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Introduction to Madison, Alabama
Madison, Alabama is 9 miles W of Huntsville, Alabama (center to center) and 101 miles S of Nashville, Tennessee. The city is located in the Madison County and is part of the Huntsville metro area. Madison has a population of 29, 329.
Madison History
The first resident of Madison was John Cartwright. He came to live in the area in the year 1818. Formerly, this city was recognized as Madison Station. An American Civil War battle was fought in this area on March 16, 1864. Col. Josiah Patterson's men had taken over the 13th Illinois Regiment's wagon train, carrying 66 prisoners in captivity. These men burned the Union supplies and damaged the railroad tracks before leaving. The city was incorporated in 1869 under the name Madison.
Madison and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Madison
There are many winter attractions in Madison including the UW Badger sporting event, eclectic shops, and exotic foods. Madison's Central Business Improvement District (BID), which is in the heart of downtown Madison, is set on an isthmus between two scenic lakes. The famed State Street pedestrian mall links Wisconsin State Capitol Square to the University of Wisconsin campus and is home to more than 300 shops, galleries, restaurants, night spots, museums, and cultural destinations. The city has four premiere public golf courses for residents and visitors to enjoy. In addition, the beaches, which are monitored by the Public Health Department, offer various recreational facilities.
Madison Transportation
Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field is the nearest airport.
Madison Higher Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville, Alabama A & M University, and John C Calhoun State Community College are among the educational institutes near Madison.
Madison strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 3% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Madison to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
 | Madison Hotels & Travel Madison hotels, landmarks, tourism, transportation. |
 | Madison Mortgage Madison property, mortgage, and real estate. |
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