Beaver Dam

WI

Dodge County, Wisconsin

Population 89K |Median income $75,929 |2 hospitals

Population
88,742
Dodge County
Median Income
$75,929
+12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$231,900
Near average
Median Age
43
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
89K+0%
Median Income
$75,929+43%
Median Home Value
$231,900+51%
Poverty Rate
8.5%-6%
Unemployment
3.8%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$988/mo
Poverty Rate
8.5% -40% vs avg
Unemployment 3.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.3%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 88.4%
African American 2.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42.8%
Short Sleep Duration
36%
High Blood Pressure
33.4%
Physical Inactivity
28.4%
Binge Drinking
19.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Current Smoking
14.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.5%
Diabetes
11.3%
Current Asthma
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.7%
Annual Checkup 78.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - BEAVER DAM (MMC-BD)
BEAVER DAM · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
WATERTOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
WATERTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Beaver Dam Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Beaver Dam, WI? ▼
Beaver Dam, WI has a population of 88,742 people, located in Dodge County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Beaver Dam? ▼
The median household income in Beaver Dam, WI is $75,929 per year. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
What is the median home value in Beaver Dam? ▼
The median home value in Beaver Dam, WI is $231,900. Median rent is $988/month.
What are the top health concerns in Beaver Dam? ▼
The top health indicators in Beaver Dam include Obesity (42.8%), Short Sleep Duration (36%), High Blood Pressure (33.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Beaver Dam? ▼
Beaver Dam has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Beaver Dam? ▼
The median age in Beaver Dam, WI is 43 years. 20.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Beaver Dam, WI is located in Dodge County, Wisconsin. With a population of 89K and a median household income of $75,929, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Beaver Dam area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dodge County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.