About 270,000 people.

Madison is the capital of Wisconsin and sits on a narrow strip of land between two shimmering lakes. It is home to a big university and a beautiful domed capitol building.
You can climb to the top of the State Capitol for a view, paddle a canoe on the lakes, visit the animals at the Henry Vilas Zoo for free, and enjoy the lively farmers market.
With Lake Mendota and Lake Monona hugging the city, kids can swim, sail, and watch ducks glide by all summer long.
The gleaming white Capitol sits at the heart of downtown, surrounded by shops, ice cream stands, and a buzzing outdoor market on Saturdays.