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Madison, WI vs Brainerd, MN

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- Brainerd has 27.1% less rainy days than Madison.
- Brainerd has 4.8% more Sunny Days than Madison.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Brainerd scores 6.0% worse than Madison
 Madison, WIBrainerd, MNUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock2638
 Snowfall42  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock105106
 Sunny187  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8086
 Avg. Jan. Low10  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.37
 UV Index3.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock12172443
Reviews for Madison    78 Reviews

Unfortunately, a number of these reviews are politically based. Madison remains the only shining star in Wisconsin’s economy. The economy is broadly based, with  More

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Have been living in Madison for almost 3 years. It’s very safe, ppl generally friendly and for a town of its size it has fair number of good restaurants and interesting  More

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Lacks balance and zero accountability.   More

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Reviews for Brainerd    5 Reviews

Research, research, research! Personal reviews don't give you the "whole" story! Whether the opinions are "glowing" or scathing do not base your opinion on them! Some  More

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Over 14 years ago

Small town. Everyone knows everyone else's business. No work. Located in Crow Wing County and has highest unemployment rate in the state. Poor healthcare. Essentia  More

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