Madison city, Wisconsin
Madison city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Madison city is a geographic entity located in Dane County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 286,233. The land area covers 84.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 286,233 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 128,261 | ±1,261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 133,530 | ±1,083 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 128,261 | ±1,261 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,269 | ±739 |
| Median Home Value | $372,900 | ±$5,542 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,413 | ±$20 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,050 | ±$2,037 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,425 | ±$1,941 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 43,635 | ±2,508 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±0.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 162,356 | ±2,021 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±0.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 285,300 (2024)
ID: 209777
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: PLANNING DEPT
215 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, RM LL100, MADISON WI 53703-3352
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GUS Population: 588,347 (2024)
ID: 177056
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
210 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, RM 421, MADISON WI 53703-3345
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Madison | PK | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | 06-08 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | 06-08 | Madison, WI | |
| Alternative School Madison | 09-12 | Madison, WI | |
| Alternative School Madison | KG-12 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | PK-05 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | 06-08 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | PK-05 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | PK-05 | Madison, WI | |
| Regular School Madison | 09-12 | Madison, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
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MADISON VA MEDICAL CENTER
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Acute Care - Veterans Administration | City address association | 2500 OVERLOOK TERRACE, MADISON, WI, 53705 |
(608) 256-1901
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University of Wisconsin-System Administration
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College | 1.5 mi away | 1220 Linden Dr, Madison, WI, 53706 |
6082621234
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MONROE STREET LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1705 MONROE ST., MADISON, WI, 53711 |
(608) 266-6390
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MENDOTA MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
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Psychiatric | City address association | 301 TROY DR, MADISON, WI, 53704 |
(608) 301-1000
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
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College | 1.6 mi away | 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI, 53706-1380 |
6082632400
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MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 201 W. MIFFLIN ST., MADISON, WI, 53703 |
(608) 266-6363
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SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - MADISON
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Hospital | City address association | 700 SOUTH PARK ST, MADISON, WI, 53715 |
(608) 251-6100
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Aveda Institute-Madison
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College Vocational | 1.9 mi away | 353 East Campus Mall, Madison, WI, 53715-0000 |
6082503100
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SEQUOYA LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 4340 TOKAY BLVD., MADISON, WI, 53711 |
(608) 266-6385
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UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MERITER
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Hospital | City address association | 202 S PARK ST, MADISON, WI, 53715 |
(608) 417-6210
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at UW ARBORETUM - MADISON, WI US, located 3.2 miles from Madison city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.7° | 11.1° | 19.4° | 1.67" | — |
| February | 31.5° | 14.0° | 22.8° | 1.71" | — |
| March | 44.0° | 24.7° | 34.4° | 2.34" | — |
| April | 57.4° | 35.7° | 46.5° | 4.22" | — |
| May | 69.2° | 47.4° | 58.3° | 4.55" | — |
| June | 78.4° | 57.1° | 67.7° | 5.74" | — |
| July | 82.2° | 61.4° | 71.8° | 4.70" | — |
| August | 80.6° | 59.4° | 70.0° | 4.08" | — |
| September | 73.9° | 50.7° | 62.3° | 3.92" | — |
| October | 61.1° | 39.4° | 50.2° | 2.99" | — |
| November | 46.1° | 28.5° | 37.3° | 2.34" | — |
| December | 33.0° | 17.8° | 25.4° | 1.92" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
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| Madison city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Shorewood Hills village | Village | 1.1 mi | — |
| Maple Bluff village | Village | 3.6 mi | — |
| Middleton city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Monona city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Waunakee village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5502548000. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.