Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
20%
Middleton
Middleton, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,559
Population
24,079
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Beautiful and slightly quirky, Middleton provides lakeside living with a twist.
Bicycle-Friendly
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Outdoor Adventures
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Fun
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Family-Friendly
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Picturesque
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Park-Like
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Nicknamed "The Good Neighbor City," Middleton sits four miles northwest of Madison, hugging Lake Mendota's shores while packing surprising character into ten square miles. Marshall Park offers beach access, boat launch, and fishing, while Lakeview Park adds a splash pad and trails. Pleasant View Golf Course transforms into a cross-country ski destination in winter, and award-winning trails weave throughout for cyclists and joggers.
Renters find diverse options: garden-style apartments, spacious townhomes, and newer developments near Greenway Station, an open-air shopping and dining hub. Downtown Middleton around Stone Horse Green draws those seeking walkable access to local shops and eateries, while Pheasant Branch Conservancy neighborhoods appeal to outdoor enthusiasts. University Avenue connects residents to UW-Madison and University Research Park in minutes.
The National Mustard Museum, housing 5,300+ mustards globally, perfectly captures Middleton's grounded, easygoing spirit—a uniquely local landmark in this tree-lined Wisconsin city that truly earns its "good neighbor" reputation through genuine community character and accessible lake living.
Explore the City
Gorgeous Victorian-style houses can be found in and around Downtown Middleton.
Prairie-style architecture is one of the most distinctive home styles in Middleton.
If you're up for unpaved paths, enjoy a long nature walk at Pheasant Branch Conservatory.
After a long day, you can grab a drink or two at Capital Brewery in Downtown Middleton.
With its many paved portions, the Pheasant Branch Trail is the ultimate way to get around Middleton.
The Metro Bus system runs throughout the Highland neighborhood of Middleton.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$94,825
Average: $126,603
Education
11,847
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,374
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Middleton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
45%
Other Education
55%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Middleton, WI is $1,359 for a studio, $1,557 for one bedroom, $1,927 for two bedrooms, and $2,632 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Middleton has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,557/month
769 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Middleton, WI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
410 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
355 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,191 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
345 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
317 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,191 Students
Public
Grades K-12
4 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,309 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
100 Students
Public
Grades K-12
4 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stricker's Pond
- Owen Conservation Park
- Governor Nelson State Park
- North Country National Scenic Trail
- Allen Centennial Gardens
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Dane County Regional/Truax Field
Top Apartments in Middleton
Houses for Rent in Middleton
Property Management Companies in Middleton, WI
Oakbrook Corporation
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55
Communities
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5,303
Units
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31
Cities
4 Communities in Middleton
Forward Management
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44
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3,634
Units
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8
Cities
4 Communities in Middleton
T. Wall Enterprises Mgt, LLC
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13
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2,339
Units
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6
Cities
4 Communities in Middleton
Galina Management
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12
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1,688
Units
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6
Cities
4 Communities in Middleton
T.R. McKenzie, Inc.
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12
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1,758
Units
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3
Cities
4 Communities in Middleton
Steve Brown Apartments
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10
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855
Units
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5
Cities
3 Communities in Middleton
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.