DO MORE FOR LESS
In Wisconsin®, you can have more and be more. Our communities offer invaluable experiences that increase livability without sacrificing affordability. With better career opportunities, greater housing options and a lower cost of living, you can take advantage of all the Midwest has to offer without breaking your budget. Our low costs for the necessities make room for what enriches and invigorates our souls, making the life you dreamed of within reach…in Wisconsin.
HOW DOES WISCONSIN COMPARE?
Source: C2ER (Council for Community and Economic Research)
HOW WE RANK
Wisconsin’s cost of living stays low while opportunities to lead a fulfilling life grow.
7 OF THE TOP 25
PLACES FOR MILLENNIALS TO MOVEReviews.org, 2019
7TH
BEST STATE TO RAISE A FAMILYWalletHub, January 2019
BEST FOR MILLENNIAL FAMILIES
ValuePenguin, January 2019
4TH
GREEN BAY IS THE 4TH BEST CITY FOR WORKTIREMENTSmartAsset, June 2018
6TH
HAPPIEST STATE IN THE U.S.MagnifyMoney, 2018
#3
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFEUS News Best States
5TH
BEST STATE FOR WOMEN2ND
LOWEST MOVIE THEATER PRICES IN THE U.S.LOW
STATE AND LOCAL TAXESWisconsin Business Voice, 2017
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Wisconsin’s paper industry still leads the nation, WEDC study finds
Wisconsin’s paper industry continues to lead the nation on many economic measures, according to a new study released today by the WEDC. Read More
WISCONSIN NEWS
From the latest announcements and economic developments to behind-the-scenes insight into the best state in the Midwest, find complete coverage of all things Wisconsin here.
Finalists for 2019 Wisconsin Innovation Awards announced
The Wisconsin Innovation Awards seek to celebrate and inspire innovation in business sectors across the state. This year’s winners will be announced Oct. 9 in Madison. Read More
WEDC board chair Lisa Mauer names members of new Entrepreneurship and Innovation Committee
New panel will consider opportunities to advance start-ups in Wisconsin MADISON, WI. SEPT. 11, 2019
Veterans are the perfect fit for Wisconsin’s Educational Communications Board
Hear from veterans who have been able to transition seamlessly into fulfilling positions at the state’s public broadcasting agency thanks to the advanced telecommunications skills they learned in the military. Read More
HAVE A LOOK IN WISCONSIN®
Charming small-town living with close proximity to major metro areas
Education, culture-rich communities and $1 billion in yearly research
Lake Michigan, old world charm and craft beer and Wisconsin’s largest city
Scenic landscape, high qualify of life and an abundance of recreational activities
Extraordinary quality of life, outdoor recreation and business-friendly communities
Impactful careers, family living and recreational opportunities galore
Recreational playgrounds, safe neighborhoods and a small-town feel
Recreational playgrounds, safe neighborhoods and a small-town feel
HAVE A LOOK IN WISCONSIN®
One thing Wisconsin’s regions all have in common is how unique they are. Every community in Wisconsin holds its own individual charm and characteristics, making our state one of the best options for fulfilling your personal and career goals.
From the natural playground of our forests and lakes to the vibrant communities hosting world-renowned festivals and farmers markets, Wisconsin balances enriching experiences with the essentials of a superior education and high-quality healthcare. Regardless of what you’re looking for, one of our safe, diverse neighborhoods is a good place to start being more you.
WISCONSIN STORIES
Our residents are some of the happiest and most ambitious people in the nation—but don’t just take our word for it. Take theirs.
“Wisconsin is great for it. The cost of living is amazing, the people are amazing, you have access to so many things. You don't need to live in a Chicago, San Francisco, New York … they are great cities, but if you can get all those amenities here, at a much lower cost, why wouldn't you?”
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