Why Middleton?

Discover why Middleton, WI is a great place to live and work. Top schools, outdoor trails, local food, and community charm await.

Meridian Laboratory is pleased to call Middleton, Wisconsin home. It’s a phenomenal place to work, and an even better place to live. Middleton brims with character and is packed with activities waiting to be explored: delicious local restaurants, miles of scenic bike trails and beautiful parks, art walks that add a little color to the neighborhood, and events that fill the calendar every season.

It’s also proudly home to the National Mustard Museum, because nothing says “Midwest charm” quite like a shrine to condiments. Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is right next door, and many of the region’s most popular attractions and day-trip destinations are less than an hour away.

What We Like About It

Top-Ranked Schools & Family-Friendly Neighborhoods

  • Middleton-Cross Plains schools are among the best in the state
  • Safe and family-oriented neighborhoods
  • Strong community programs, sports, and events for all ages

Quality of Living

  • Access to both urban amenities and quiet neighborhoods
  • Easy commutes, most residents get to work in under 20 minutes
  • Recognized as one of Money Magazine’s “Best Places to Live”

Outdoors, All the Time

  • Over 27 miles of trails and 25 parks
  • Close to Pheasant Branch Conservancy, Lake Mendota, and Governor Nelson State Park
  • Year-round outdoor activities: hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing, and more

Location Details

  • 15 mins to Downtown Madison
  • 1.5 hrs to Milwaukee
  • 2.5 hrs to Chicago

Culture, Food, and Events

  • Find art walks, farmers markets, craft fairs, and more
  • Easy access to Madison’s restaurants, music scene, and sporting events
  • Local festivals and seasonal events year-round
  • Home to the National Mustard Museum

Easy to Get Around

  • Bike-friendly city with miles of scenic trails and commuter routes
  • Public transportation available via Metro Transit, with direct routes to Madison
  • Only 25 minutes from Dane County Regional Airport

Work Here, Live Well

Middleton gives you the pull of the city and the tranquility of the suburbs. It is just a short distance from Madison, where you can experience Saturdays at the Farmer’s Market, “Jump Around” at Camp Randall, the downtown Capitol Square, and a restaurant and bar scene that’s drawn national attention. At home, there are miles of trails that run through town, safe neighborhoods and plenty of parks, and a deeply connected community where you can grow in your career and thrive in your personal life.

Many of us came to Middleton for the job but have stayed here because of the culture described above. Our team loves living in this town and we hope you will too if you join us.

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