Monona (/mɪˈnoʊnə/ mih-NOH-nə) is a city in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States.

A suburb of the state capital, Madison, the city lies on the southeastern shore of Lake Monona, from which it takes its name.

Originally part of the Town of Blooming Grove, Monona was incorporated as a village on August 29, 1938.

[6] In 1963, Monona built a community center and adjacent swimming pool.

It houses all city operations, including the fire and police departments.

40.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The Sand County Foundation is located in Monona, as is the Widen software company.