I think you're missing the point, however, quality of life, economy and city life? Who cares about that.....
And you're refining my point. Outside of the Twin Cties where exactly is that better than anywhere in Wisconsin? And one could argue that Milwaukee is not to distant in those terms to the Twin Cities. Milwaukee is a fantastic city, much less heralded than other larger cities, but it's got everything you would need and great culture around it. So you win with MSP area to Milwaukee area, I'll take Madison and Green Bay over Duluth and Rochester any day of the week.
As far as the Dells, I didn't brag about them.... 2nd off, why would you compare the Dells to the Mall of America? Are they remotely the same type of attraction? One is a mall with a water park in it, the other is a series of lakes and resorts littered with golf courses, amusement parks and boutique shopping. One is seasonal the other is indoors....
Back on topic.
We've got better barns than you guys as well.