The Madison metro area is a region in south central Wisconsin. The main city is Madison, which is known for its diverse demographics and abundant lakes and rivers. The area officially covers three counties: Dane, Columbia, and Iowa, but can also include Rock, Green and Sauk, and sometimes Jefferson counties. The official population is 601,283.
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—James Madison (1751–1836)
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