Wisconsin
Wisconsin is America’s Dairyland and the birthplace of classic beers such as Pabst Blue Ribbon, Miller, and Schlitz, and it’s also home to some of the best places to live in America, including Madison, which took the top spot on our 2021 Top 100 Best Places to Live list. With the rivers and lakes scattered throughout the state and vast woodlands, Wisconsin draws outdoor enthusiasts from all over the country no matter the season – ever been ice fishing?
The metropolitan areas of Madison and Milwaukee boast top art and entertainment choices. The Milwaukee Museum of Art hosts work from renowned artists like Georgia O’Keefe and Andy Warhol, and the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art houses the best up-and-coming artists. Music festivals, such as Summerfest and Eaux Claires bring local and international musicians together across the state.
A well-regarded education system is led by the University of Wisconsin and its 26 campuses. Eau Claire, Green Bay and Racine offer residents affordable housing, quality education and employment opportunities, as well as plenty of recreational options.
The Dairyland’s economy is run by more than cheese curds, with industry sectors in agriculture, manufacturing and information technology. The state is also home to 8 Fortune 500 companies, including Harley-Davidson, Oshkosh, Kohl’s, Northwestern Mutual and Johnson Controls. Wisconsin is also ranked no. 2 for fostering entrepreneurial growth.
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Madison Region Economic Development
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Fox Cities, WI
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Mosaic Family Health: Teaching the Art & Heart of Care
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Quick Facts About Wisconsin
- Median Household Income
- $75,885
- Average Property Tax
- $3,746
- State Population
- 5,941,850
- Sales Tax Rate
- 5 %
- State Income Tax
- 3.54%%
- Median Monthly Rent
- $845
Places We Love In Wisconsin
Cities in Wisconsin on Livability.com
- Allouez, WI
- Altoona, WI
- Antigo, WI
- Appleton, WI
- Ashland, WI
- Ashwaubenon, WI
- Baraboo, WI
- Beaver Dam, WI
- Bellevue, WI
- Beloit, WI
- Berlin, WI
- Bloomfield, WI
- Bristol, WI
- Brookfield, WI
- Brown Deer, WI
- Burlington, WI
- Caledonia, WI
- Cedarburg, WI
- Chippewa Falls, WI
- Columbus, WI
- Cottage Grove, WI
- Cudahy, WI
- DeForest, WI
- Dodgeville, WI
- Eau Claire, WI
- Edgerton, WI
- Elkhorn, WI
- Elm Grove, WI
- Evansville, WI
- Fitchburg, WI
- Fond du Lac, WI
- Fort Atkinson, WI
- Fox Crossing, WI
- Fox Point, WI
- Franklin, WI
- Germantown, WI
- Glendale, WI
- Grafton, WI
- Grand Chute, WI
- Green Bay, WI
- Greendale, WI
- Greenfield, WI
- Hales Corners, WI
- Harrison, WI
- Hartford, WI
- Hartland, WI
- Hobart, WI
- Holmen, WI
- Howard, WI
- Hudson, WI
- Jackson, WI
- Janesville, WI
- Jefferson, WI
- Kaukauna, WI
- Kenosha, WI
- Kimberly, WI
- Kronenwetter, WI
- La Crosse, WI
- Lake Geneva, WI
- Lake Hallie, WI
- Lake Mills, WI
- Little Chute, WI
- Madison, WI
- Manitowoc, WI
- Marinette, WI
- Marshfield, WI
- Mayville, WI
- McFarland, WI
- Menasha, WI
- Menomonee Falls, WI
- Menomonie, WI
- Mequon, WI
- Merrill, WI
- Middleton, WI
- Milton, WI
- Milwaukee, WI
- Monona, WI
- Monroe, WI
- Mount Horeb, WI
- Mount Pleasant, WI
- Mukwonago, WI
- Muskego, WI
- Neenah, WI
- New Berlin, WI
- New London, WI
- New Richmond, WI
- North Fond du Lac, WI
- Oak Creek, WI
- Oconomowoc, WI
- Onalaska, WI
- Oregon, WI
- Oshkosh, WI
- Pewaukee, WI
- Platteville, WI
- Pleasant Prairie, WI
- Plover, WI
- Plymouth, WI
- Port Washington, WI
- Portage, WI
- Prairie du Chien, WI
- Racine, WI
- Reedsburg, WI
- Rhinelander, WI
- Rib Mountain, WI
- Rice Lake, WI
- Richfield, WI
- Richland Center, WI
- Ripon, WI
- River Falls, WI
- Rothschild, WI
- Shawano, WI
- Sheboygan Falls, WI
- Sheboygan, WI
- Shorewood, WI
- Slinger, WI
- South Milwaukee, WI
- Sparta, WI
- St. Francis, WI
- Stevens Point, WI
- Stoughton, WI
- Sturgeon Bay, WI
- Sturtevant, WI
- Suamico, WI
- Sun Prairie, WI
- Superior, WI
- Sussex, WI
- Tichigan, WI
- Tomah, WI
- Twin Lakes, WI
- Two Rivers, WI
- Verona, WI
- Waterford, WI
- Watertown, WI
- Waukesha, WI
- Waunakee, WI
- Waupaca, WI
- Waupun, WI
- Wausau, WI
- Wauwatosa, WI
- West Allis, WI
- West Bend, WI
- West Salem, WI
- Weston, WI
- Whitefish Bay, WI
- Whitewater, WI
- Wind Lake, WI
- Windsor, WI
- Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Experiences & Adventures in Wisconsin
10 Best State Fairs in America
These ten state fairs take the (funnel) cake for the most fun.
10 Must-Do Family-Friendly Activities In Fox Cities, WI
From boating on Lake Winnebago to watching a Broadway show, there’s always something happening in the Fox Cities.
Find Year-Round Outdoor Adventures in Fox Cities, WI
Explore the outdoors all year here.
Food Scenes in Wisconsin
5 Unexpected Regions in the US Producing Great Whiskey
Move over, Tennessee and Kentucky. These states are producing some of the most exciting whiskey in the country right now.
The Official Food of Each State in the U.S
Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.
9 Cheese Experiences You Need to Have in Wisconsin
From cheese hats to "cheese orphans" to gourmet gas station cheddar, here's how to experience Wisconsin's epic cheese scene like a hungry local.
Healthy Places in Wisconsin
Expanding Care in Fox Cities, WI
Growing health care services meet local demand in the Fox Cities region.
Wisconsin: Where to Live Now
Best Places To Live in Wisconsin
Cheese, beer and football are beloved here, but the top cities in Wisconsin also offer vibrant culture, beautiful scenery and healthy job markets.
5 Reasons to Move to Madison, WI, Right Now
The capital city of Wisconsin offers quality of life amenities across the board.
These Charming Towns Turn Tourists into Residents
Three idyllic communities near Madison, WI, ooze small-town charm while being an easy drive away from big-city amenities.
Education, Careers and Opportunity in Wisconsin
These Lighthouse Programs Let Volunteers Become Temporary Stewards
Long to live out a childhood dream of being a lighthouse keeper? These volunteer programs are shining a light on just that.
Wisconsin Students Launch Businesses in Their Dorm Rooms
Inside UW-Madison’s Sellery Hall, you’ll find 64 entrepreneurs who live, work and dream together.
Resources Allow the Madison Region to Go Global
Excellent talent pipeline and an export-friendly infrastructure help fuel success for companies based in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin: Love Where You Live
Madison Region: Finding Creative Solutions to Local Issues
Private-public partnerships help solve pressing problems while working to create a thriving economy.
Working Together to Make the Madison Region Better
Community leaders drive positive change and economic development in Madison, WI, and its surrounding communities.
Fox Cities, WI, is Midwest Nice
The Fox Cities region is the poster child of the ideal Wisconsin community.
