Madison metro, WI relocation guide
Moving to Stoughton, WI
About Stoughton
Stoughton is a city of about 13,800 southeast of Madison. Its Syttende Mai (Norwegian Constitution Day) festival each May is one of the Midwest's largest. The historic Stoughton Opera House anchors a classic Main Street, and the Yahara River plus nearby Lake Kegonsa give it water access unusual for its price point. Housing mixes affordable historic homes with newer subdivisions.
Home prices in Stoughton
The county median in Stoughton is $445,000.
Top places in Stoughton
- Stoughton Opera House — restored 1901 theater with year-round performances.
- Syttende Mai festival (May).
- Lake Kegonsa State Park — just east of the city; swimming, boating, camping.
- Downtown Main Street historic district — shops and restaurants.
- Yahara River — kayaking and riverfront parks.
- Stoughton Village Players community theater.
Commuting from Stoughton
- Approximate drive to downtown Madison: ~25 minutes via US-51 (approximate).
Schools in Stoughton
Public schools: Stoughton Area School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Stoughton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Stoughton, WI?
The county median in Stoughton is $445,000. County-level median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Stoughton, WI?
Approximate drive to downtown Madison: ~25 minutes via US-51 (approximate). - Which school district serves Stoughton, WI?
Stoughton is served by Stoughton Area School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.