Moving from Minneapolis, MN, to Madison, WI

Moving to Madison 

The 270-mile journey from Minneapolis to Madison, WI, takes you to a neighboring state and closer to the shores of Lake Michigan. With any new city, you can expect changes.

Wisconsin's state capital, Madison, has a population of just under 270,000, compared to 430,000 in Minneapolis.  Their metros follow the same pattern. Madison has around 681,000 people in the metro, while Minneapolis has 3.7 million.

Keep reading to learn more about life in Wisconsin’s second-most populous city.

Less snow and a bit more rain in “Madtown”

Like Minneapolis, Madison, or “Madtown” experiences four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers. Madison's average winter low temperature is 10 degrees, compared to 7 degrees in Minneapolis. Annual snowfall averages 42 inches in Madison, while Minneapolis typically gets 10 inches more per year.

Summer average high temperatures in both cities hover around 83 degrees. Annual rainfall averages 36 inches in Madison, compared to 32 inches in Minneapolis.

Madison trivia you should know

Get to know Madison with these interesting facts:

  • Madison is surrounded by 5 lakes: Kegonsa, Mendota, Monona, Waubesa and Wingra.
  • The city is bike-friendly, with over 200 miles of trails.
  • The city was named after James Madison, the 4th President of the United States, and was founded in 1836.
  • The heart of the city is on an isthmus, which is a strip of land between two bodies of water (Lakes Mendota and Monona).
  • There are more than 270 parks within Madison city limits.

Making a life in Madison

The job market and economy are strong in Madison. Epic Systems employs multiple residents in information technology and healthcare specialties. The area also has several hospitals, including the University of Wisconsin’s teaching and research facilities.

Other tech firms, like ZenDesk, make their home in Madison. You’ll also find opportunities in biotechnology, education and the insurance industry. 

Say hello to Wisconsin easily with U-Pack 

Through our nationwide service centers with locations near Minneapolis and Madison, U-Pack® is ready to handle your long-distance move. 

We’re a DIY moving service, so you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we transport your things. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077. We’re here to help!