Middleton, Wisconsin

Our small City of Middleton was named the “Best Place to Live” in America in the August 2007 issue of Money Magazine. With an exceptionally high quality of life, the “Good Neighbor City” is a dynamic hub of commercial activity, outdoor recreation, entertainment,  and environmental treasures on the western edge of Madison, our state capital. Unlike most other cities of its size (approx. 17,000 population), Middleton features the amenities and activity of much larger cities while maintaining its own unique small town charm with friendly and spirited people.

Middleton benefits from close proximity to Madison, as well as the University of Wisconsin and the U.W. Research Park.  Our business community features many high-tech, biotech, pharmaceutical, medical research and agri-businesses as well as emerging and expanding commercial enterprises.  With a superb collaborative partnership between the City, School District and the Chamber of Commerce, the City’s tax base has grown from about $1 billion in tax valuation in 1998 to about $2.5 billion in 2007.

Middleton offers a wealth of recreational opportuinities, from the beautiful Lake Mendota to the pristine Pheasant Branch Conservancy. An ever-growing network of bike, foot, and ski paths criss-cross Middleton, linking the vibrant downtown area with bustling commercial centers and verdant parkland.

The Middleton/Cross Plains Area School District is a state leader in test scores, academic achievement, athletic performance (including several state championships in a variety of sports) and civic participation. The quality of our teachers and students is second to none, and Middleton and Wisconsin receive national recognition regularly.