MARATHON COUNTY: THE HEART OF WISCONSIN
Marathon County, Wisconsin, located at the states’ crossroads of commerce, provides its 136,000 residents the amenities of metropolitan living with the vibrant care and community of smaller towns. Home to many innovative companies and businesses, Marathon County draws residents in essential and growing fields, especially health care.
Like its surrounding counties, Marathon County brings the beauty of Wisconsin’s Northwoods to your back door. With hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails and Granite Peak Ski Resort, the Midwest’s premier ski destination, this centrally located gem brings the best of all worlds to its residents.
There’s no lack of city living in Marathon County and the many corporate headquarters in the area bring neighbors that complement the county’s large dairy and agriculture enterprises and support the region’s many secondary education enterprises and its growth. Whether it’s restaurants, café’s, arts, entertainment or shopping, this area’s perfect blend of safety, commerce and urban and outdoor amenities makes it a top choice for working professionals.
BUSINESS IN MARATHON COUNTY
Marathon County is home to many corporate offices and the businesses that support their needs. Businesses will find all sorts of available sites and buildings, with something that’s ideal for any company’s objectives. Utilities are affordable and plentiful, and the region is well-connected by highway, rail and air. Central Wisconsin Airport (KCWA) has scheduled airline service to major cities, with 7,648-foot runways that can accommodate all corporate jets, and multiple ILS approaches for safe travel in all weather. Wausau Downtown Airport (KAUW) has close-in convenience, with 5,200-foot runways, an instrument approach and jet fuel available 24 hours a day.
Just as important, the local workforce understands the value of a job well done. That work ethic is sustained by education providers who ensure that graduates have the skills employers need through a variety of education and training programs. If you’re eager to operate in a bustling business community rich with talent, Marathon County is the place for you.
MARATHON COUNTY AT A GLANCE
Population: 135,603 | Labor Force: 73,935
EXPLORE CENTRAL WISCONSIN
MAKE A SPLASH
Home of the Waterpark Capital of The World, The Wisconsin Dells.
WORLD VIEW
Amtrak’s line, The Empire Builder, stops daily in Wisconsin Dells, making a trip to Glacier National Park or the California coast only a ticket away.
ROCK ON
Home to natural sights such as caves and rock formations, rivers, lakes, Rabbit Rock Park and Castle Rock.
The Trout Fishing Capital of the world is situated on the Prairie River.
FIND YOUR PATH
22 miles of cross-country skiing trails, 315 miles of maintained snowmobile trails and 200 miles of ATV trails.
MAKE HISTORY
Historic buildings including city hall, the post office and Sawmill Brewing Company’s renovated 1940s Department of Natural Resources building.
BUNDLE FOR ADVENTURE
An abundance of ice skating, hockey and skiing and home of Granite Peak Ski Resort.
MILKIN’ IT
The largest segment of Wisconsin’s dairy industry. You’ll find traditional dairy breakfasts where communities gather on local farms.
GO HALFWAY
The center of the Northern Western Hemisphere, the point exactly halfway between the North Pole and Equator.
Home to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, a campus hosting nearly 10,000 students and the Pointers athletic teams.
FUN FACTS
WWSP, is the longest-run student radio station in the Midwest is home to the world’s largest trivia contest.
PINT-SIZED ENTERTAINMENT
Home to multiple breweries with national distribution including Point, O’So and Central Waters.