Culture and Community

Dane County is the second-largest county in the State of Wisconsin with a population of approximately 546,000 as of 2019. There are over 60 cities, towns, and villages within the county. The governing body is the Dane County Board of Supervisors.

Madison is Dane County's largest city. It is the county seat and the Wisconsin State Capitol. It is also home to the University of Wisconsin. The population of the city of Madison is estimated at over 259,500 people, making it the second-largest city in Wisconsin and one of the fastest-growing communities in the state.