Cities & Towns in Dane County, WI

Dane County, county in Wisconsin, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 552,536 inhabitants. The county was created 188 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is Madison.

There are 4 city/town in Dane County, WI. The largest city of Dane County is De Forest with a population of 8,936. Other cities include, Dunkirk population 2,029, Dane population 1,052 and Deerfield population 742

De Forest
De Forest

De Forest, Village in Dane County, Wisconsin

Dunkirk
Dunkirk

Dunkirk, Township in Dane County, Wisconsin

Dane

Dane, Village in Dane County, Wisconsin

Dane County sits in the south-central region of Wisconsin, with Madison serving as both the state capital and the county seat. This bustling county is home to a mix of lively cities, quaint towns, and peaceful rural communities.

Madison, the second-largest city in Wisconsin, is the cultural and economic hub of Dane County. Situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, Madison combines small-city charm with a vibrant atmosphere. The University of Wisconsin-Madison gives the city a youthful vibe.

On Madison's outskirts lie the diverse cities of Fitchburg, Middleton, and Sun Prairie. Fitchburg boasts rolling hills and wetlands along with business parks and residential neighborhoods. Middleton prides itself on its historic downtown and environmental preservation. Sun Prairie is one of the fastest growing cities in the state.

Smaller towns like Mount Horeb, home to many artists and craftspeople, and the quaint village of Cottage Grove, offer quieter alternatives to the bustling cities. Beyond the urban centers, Dane County is primarily made up of lush farmland and natural areas like the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

With its blend of culture, small-town charm, and abundant natural beauty, the cities and towns of Dane County provide an excellent showcase of what Wisconsin has to offer.

All Dane County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dane County.

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City Name Title Population
Dane Village in Dane County, Wisconsin 1,052
De Forest Village in Dane County, Wisconsin 8,936
Deerfield Village in Dane County, Wisconsin 742
Dunkirk Township in Dane County, Wisconsin 2,029
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Wisconsin Counties (72)

Milwaukee County (945,016) Dane County (552,536) Waukesha County (406,172) Brown County (264,610) Racine County (195,802) Outagamie County (188,766) Winnebago County (171,631) Kenosha County (169,671) Rock County (163,084) Washington County (136,445) Marathon County (135,593) La Crosse County (118,502) Sheboygan County (115,240) Eau Claire County (105,260) Walworth County (103,953) Fond du Lac County (102,902) Saint Croix County (91,838) Ozaukee County (90,043) Dodge County (87,336) Jefferson County (85,038) Manitowoc County (78,757) Wood County (72,560) Portage County (71,032) Chippewa County (64,737) Sauk County (64,449) Columbia County (57,668) Grant County (51,021) Waupaca County (50,664) Calumet County (50,209) Monroe County (46,582) Dunn County (45,452) Barron County (45,090) Polk County (43,794) Douglas County (43,702) Pierce County (42,700) Shawano County (40,786) Marinette County (40,262) Oconto County (38,383) Green County (36,603) Oneida County (35,751) Clark County (34,720) Vernon County (30,861) Trempealeau County (29,681) Door County (27,889) Lincoln County (27,566) Juneau County (26,908) Waushara County (24,326) Iowa County (23,640) Vilas County (22,356) Jackson County (20,630) Adams County (20,498) Kewaunee County (20,386) Taylor County (20,318) Langlade County (19,119) Green Lake County (18,908) Richland County (17,258) Sawyer County (16,700) Lafayette County (16,646) Crawford County (16,021) Washburn County (15,712) Marquette County (15,585) Burnett County (15,557) Ashland County (15,415) Bayfield County (15,242) Rusk County (14,022) Price County (13,245) Buffalo County (13,033) Forest County (8,960) Pepin County (7,271) Iron County (5,698) Menominee County (4,546) Florence County (4,298)