Livability Score

90
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A-

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) F
Grace Coffee
Coffee Shop
Grace Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
TnT's coffee & cafe
Coffee Shop
Novanta
Coffee Shop
Moka
Coffee Shop
EVP Coffee
Coffee Shop
Moka
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Glorious Beans
Coffee Shop
Popper's Tea
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Steep and Brew
Coffee Shop
Crescendo Espresso Bar
Coffee Shop
Bambu
Coffee Shop
Yola's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (6) B
Middleton Municipal Pool
Water Park
Middleton Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
The Sport Bowl
Bowling Alley
Middleton Historical Society Museum
Museum
National Mustard Museum
Museum
Capital City Theatre
Theatre Arts
Black Hawk's Cave
Attraction
Schwoegler's Entertainment Center
Bowling Alley
Marcus Point Cinema
Cinema
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
Star Studios
Art Gallery
Market Square Theatres
Cinema
Raymer's Ravine
Attraction
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
AMC Dine-in Madison 6
Cinema
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (34) A-
O'Connell's Liquor
Alcohol
Chocolate Shoppe
Sweets
Culver's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Unknown Name
Bar
Bristled Boar Saloon
Bar
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Gino's Deli
Deli
The Sport Bowl
Bar
The Free House Pub
Bar
The Village Green
Bar
Club Tavern
Bar
Capital Brewery Bier Garten
Bar
Papa John's
Fast Food
Grand China
Fast Food
Yuremi Fruiteria y Taqueria
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Which Wich?
Fast Food
Neil's Liquor
Alcohol
Subway
Fast Food
Smoothie King
Fast Food
Mid Town Pub
Bar
Arby's
Fast Food
Fitness (7) F
REFORMadison
Gym
Peter Kraus Fitness
Gym
Bodyfit Solutions
Gym
CORE Health & Fitness
Gym
Princeton Club Xpress
Gym
Harbor Athletic Club
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Orange Shoe
Gym
Dragonfly Hot Yoga
Gym
Lussier Community Education Center
Community Centre
Balance Chi
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Miss Pole
Gym
solidcore
Gym
Cyclebar
Gym
Eagle Heights Community Center
Community Centre
Infinity Martial Arts
Gym
Gracie
Gym
Shorewood Hills Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (6) C-
Clasen's European Bakery
Bakery
Pick 'n Save
Grocery Store
Willy Street Co-Op
Grocery Store
Abarrotes Yuremi
Grocery Store
UW Provision Company
Butcher
The Garden Asian Market
Grocery Store
Pick 'n Save
Grocery Store
La Baguette
Bakery
Ben's Pretzels
Bakery
Metcalfe's
Grocery Store
Vanilla Bean
Bakery
Swagat Indian Grocery
Grocery Store
Metcalfe's Market
Grocery Store
Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating
Grocery Store
Metro Market
Grocery Store
Take and Bake
Bakery
ALDI
Grocery Store
Gigi's Cupcakes
Bakery
Brennan's
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Conscious Carnivore
Butcher
J&P Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Two Sisters Bakery and Cafe
Bakery
Parks (77) A+
Parkside Heights Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Middleton Hills South Park
Park
Fireman's Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Fireman's Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Parisi Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Hawkridge Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Middleton Hills North Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Shops (56) A+
Citgo
Convenience Store
U.S. Cellular
Electronics
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Kwik Trip
Convenience Store
Majestic Nails
Beauty
Kwik Trip
Convenience Store
Tabby & Jack's
Pets
Cenex
Convenience Store
Isthmus Eye Care - Middleton
Optician
Dinny's Jewelers
Fashion
Z. Bella
Clothing
Marilynn's Salon
Hairdresser
Chautte Home
Interior Decoration
Chautte Clothes
Clothing
Mitz
Hairdresser
Traditions Children's Market
Clothing
Unknown Name
Florist
Wheel & Sprocket
Bicycle
Shine Salons
Hairdresser
Sport Clips
Hairdresser
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Puttin on the Ritz
Clothing
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Great Clips
Hairdresser
Mounds Pet Food Warehouse
Pets
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in Middleton.
Public Transit Stops (54)
Stops & Stations A+
Parmenter & Donna
Bus Stop
Century & Park (EB)
Bus Stop
Century & Park (WB)
Bus Stop
Parmenter & Lee (NB)
Bus Stop
Parmenter & Lee (SB)
Bus Stop
Century & Laura (WB)
Bus Stop
Century & Laura (EB)
Bus Stop
Parmenter & Franklin (NB)
Bus Stop
Parmenter & Franklin (SB)
Bus Stop
University & Park Lawn (WB)
Bus Stop
University & Middleton (WB)
Bus Stop
University & Park Lawn (EB)
Bus Stop
Century & Branch (WB)
Bus Stop
University & Middleton (EB)
Bus Stop
University & Park (WB)
Bus Stop
University & Parmenter
Bus Stop
Branch & Pheasant (NB)
Bus Stop
University & Park (EB)
Bus Stop
Century & Branch (EB)
Bus Stop
University & Mayflower (WB)
Bus Stop
Airport & Nursery (EB)
Bus Stop
Park & Elmwood (SB)
Bus Stop
University & Mayflower (EB)
Bus Stop
Airport & Nursery (WB)
Bus Stop
University & Branch (WB)
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.5% F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Middleton is 126/100 - which is 31% higher than Wisconsin.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax C-
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crime A+

Middleton crime rates are 1,028 per 100k, which is 39% lower than Wisconsin
Property Crime
947 crimes per 100k A
Violent Crime
81 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Middleton is $73,336 - which is 34% higher than Wisconsin.
Med. Household Income
$73,336 B
Unemployment Rate
1.4% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (13)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Middleton Police Department
Police
Middleton Emergency Medical Services
Ambulance Station
Middleton Fire Department
Fire Station
Unknown Name
Dentist
Meriter Middleton Clinic
Doctor
First Choice Dental
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Killian Dental Center/Midwest Dental
Dentist
Miramont Behavioral Health
Clinic
The Villa at Middleton Village
Nursing Home
Stonefield Dental Center
Dentist
Unknown Name
Nursing Home
Group Health Cooperative
Clinic
Dental Health Associates
Dentist
Dean Clinic West
Clinic
Dental Health Associates
Dentist
Dental Health Associates
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
UW Health Junction Road Medical Center
Clinic
Forward Dental
Dentist
UW Health Digestive Health Center
Clinic
Midwest Dental
Dentist
Unknown Name
Dentist
UW Health West Towne Clinic and Urgent Care
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing A

Middleton home prices are $361,000 - which is 116% higher than Wisconsin
Home Price
$361,000 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
19% A+
Home Affordability
4.9x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A+

The Middleton graduation rate is 96% - which is 9% higher than Wisconsin
School Test Scores
64% C
High School Grad. Rates
96% A+
Elementary Schools (8) D-
Kromrey Middle
Northside Elementary
Sauk Trail Elementary
21St Century Eschool
Elm Lawn Elementary
Walbridge School
Highpoint Christian School
St Ambrose Academy
Spring Harbor Middle
Crestwood Elementary
Muir Elementary
Jefferson Middle
St Peter Catholic School
Stephens Elementary
Lighthouse Christian School
Van Hise Elementary
Hamilton Middle
Shorewood Hills Elementary
Sunset Ridge Elementary
High Schools (3) A+
Clark Street Community School
Middleton High
21St Century Eschool
Walbridge School
St Ambrose Academy
Memorial High
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ratings A+

Middleton has an overall rating of 86% from 2 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (1)
From AreaVibes B+
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Middleton Area Facts

  • Middleton has a Livability Score of 90/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Middleton crime rates are 39% lower than the Wisconsin average
  • Cost of living in Middleton is 31% higher than the Wisconsin average

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Beautiful Middleton Wisconsin 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) I really loved living in Middleton, Wisconsin. This charming city is a suburb of Madison, Wisconsin. Living in Middleton one can enjoy a beautiful, peaceful, lifestyle in this delightful city. Several publications list Middleton as one of the top cities in the United States to ca ...Read More ll home.

As a suburb of Madison, you will have access to many of the top restaurants in Wisconsin. I always enjoyed going to the local art festivals. The Taste of the Midwest, celebrates the local restaurants and area micro breweries. During the summer, there are several outdoor music festivals. Several of the music festivals feature local musicians and performers from across the nation.

By living in Middleton, you will have access to the University of Wisconsin - Madison. The college is a prominent part of the local culture. The university features several concerts, plays, and other social events throughout the year.

If you love the outdoors, you will love living in Middleton, Wisconsin. There are many outdoor activities to enjoy in beautiful Wisconsin. Read Less
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      A- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Middleton? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Parkside Heights Park
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Middleton Hills South Park
      Fireman's Park
      Unknown Name
      Fireman's Park
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      Middleton Municipal Pool
      Middleton Performing Arts Center
      The Sport Bowl
      Middleton Historical Society Museum
      National Mustard Museum
      Capital City Theatre
      Black Hawk's Cave
      Schwoegler's Entertainment Center

      Food & Drink

      O'Connell's Liquor
      Chocolate Shoppe
      Culver's
      Burger King
      Unknown Name
      Bristled Boar Saloon
      Jimmy John's
      Domino's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Middleton? Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in Middleton.
      Drive to Work
      81%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      equal to the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Middleton? The cost of living in Middleton is 126/100 - which is 31% higher than Wisconsin.
      Middleton
      126

      26% more expensive than average

      Wisconsin
      96

      4% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Middleton? Middleton crime rates are 1,028, which are 39% lower than Wisconsin
      Total Crime
      1,028 per 100k people

      56% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 98

      56% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -28%

      Year over year crime is down

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Middleton? The median income in Middleton is $73,336 which is 34% higher than Wisconsin.
      Median household income
      $73,33633% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $48,58863% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      1%

      69% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Middleton a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Meriter Middleton Clinic

      A Housing

      What are Middleton home prices? Middleton home prices are $361,000 - which is 116% higher than Wisconsin
      Median home value
      $361,00095% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,09515% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      50%

      22% lower than the US average

      A+ Schools

      Does Middleton have good schools? The Middleton graduation rate is 96% - which is 9% higher than Wisconsin
      High school grad. rates
      96%

      16% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      64%

      33% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      14:1

      15% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Middleton a good place to live? Middleton has an overall rating of 86% from 2 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      86%

      2 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      75%

      1 total surveys

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