2. Madison, WI
General: 69thHealth care: 1st
Wellness: 8th
Financial: 37th
Living Arrangements: 54th
Employment/education: 21st
Transportation: 69th
Community engagement: 6th
The takeaway from the survey: “Home to the respected University of Wisconsin, Madison is a hub of innovation and intellectual stimulation. A mid-size city with its own quality health-care system and cultural events, Madison and its residents also benefit from being just 150 miles from Chicago’s amenities, services, and consumer markets.”