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Madison
NameMadison
Settlement typeCapital city
NicknameMad Town, The City of Four Lakes
Motto"City of Four Lakes"
Subdivision typeCountry
Subdivision type1State
Subdivision type2County
Subdivision nameUnited States
Subdivision name1Wisconsin
Subdivision name2Dane
Established titleFounded
Established date1836
Established title2Incorporated
Established date21848
Government typeMayor–council
Leader titleMayor
Leader nameSatya Rhodes-Conway
Area total sq mi101.57
Area land sq mi76.79
Area water sq mi24.78
Elevation ft873
Population total269,840
Population as of2020
Population density sq mi3,514.4
Population metro680,796 (Madison metropolitan area)
TimezoneCST
Utc offset−6
Timezone DSTCDT
Utc offset DST−5
Postal code typeZIP Codes
Postal code53701–53794
Area code608
Blank nameFIPS code
Blank info55-48000
Blank1 nameGNIS feature ID
Blank1 info1581833
Websitecityofmadison.com

Madison. The capital city of the U.S. state of Wisconsin and the county seat of Dane County, Madison is situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Renowned as the home of the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the city is a major center for education, government, and technology, consistently ranking highly for its quality of life, vibrant culture, and progressive politics.

History

The region was originally inhabited by the Ho-Chunk people before European American settlement began in the 1820s. The city's founding is credited to former federal judge James Duane Doty, who purchased the land in 1836 and successfully lobbied the Wisconsin Territorial Legislature to designate it as the new territorial capital, named after the fourth President of the United States, James Madison. Incorporated as a village in 1846 and as a city in 1856, its growth was propelled by the establishment of the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1848. Key historical developments include its role as a center for the Wisconsin Idea, the political philosophy linking the university to state government, and its prominence during the Vietnam War era as a site of significant anti-war protests, including the 1970 Sterling Hall bombing.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 101.57 square miles, with a significant portion consisting of water from the five lakes within its borders: Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, Lake Waubesa, Lake Kegonsa, and Lake Wingra. The Yahara River connects several of these lakes. The city's distinctive topography is defined by its central isthmus, four main lakes, and numerous parks, including the 1,260-acre University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum. The climate is classified as humid continental, characterized by warm summers, cold winters, and variable precipitation influenced by its proximity to the Great Lakes.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 269,840, making it the second-most populous city in Wisconsin after Milwaukee. The Madison metropolitan area had an estimated population of 680,796. The city is notably youthful and highly educated, driven by the presence of the University of Wisconsin–Madison and state government; over 48% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Racially, the population was approximately 78.6% White, 7.4% Asian, 7.0% Black or African American, and 0.4% American Indian, with 8.7% identifying as Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Economy

Madison's economy is dominated by the public sector, higher education, and healthcare, with major employers including the State of Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics Authority. It is also a growing hub for technology and biotechnology, hosting companies like Epic Systems, Promega, and the research park of the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation. Other significant sectors include insurance, with companies such as American Family Insurance, and a robust services industry supporting the capital city and university community. The Dane County Regional Airport serves as a key transportation node for the region.

Culture and contemporary life

The city is known for a vibrant cultural scene centered on the University of Wisconsin–Madison, featuring institutions like the Chazen Museum of Art, the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Overture Center for the Arts. Annual events include the massive Brat Fest, the eclectic Taste of Madison, and the Wisconsin Film Festival. Madison is famous for its farmer's market, the Dane County Farmers' Market, held on the Wisconsin State Capitol square. The city has a strong tradition of political activism, a renowned food scene emphasizing local sourcing, and is home to the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps and the Madison Mallards collegiate summer baseball team.

Government

Madison operates under a mayor–council system defined by its City charter. The mayor, currently Satya Rhodes-Conway, is elected to a four-year term and serves as the chief executive. The legislative body is the Common Council, composed of 20 alders elected from individual districts. As the state capital, the city hosts the Wisconsin State Capitol, housing the Wisconsin Legislature, the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and the office of the Governor of Wisconsin. The city is also the seat of Dane County government, located in the City-County Building.

Category:Madison, Wisconsin Category:State capitals in the United States Category:County seats in Wisconsin