Chippewa Falls

Chippewa County, Wisconsin

Population 67K |Median income $74,680 |2 hospitals

Population

66,799

Chippewa County

Median Income

$74,680

+10% vs avg

Median Home Value

$257,900

+13% vs avg

Median Age

42.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

67K+7%

Median Income

$74,680+48%

Median Home Value

$257,900+75%

Poverty Rate

10.2%-8%

Unemployment

3.1%-59%

Economics

Median Rent

$963/mo

Poverty Rate

10.2% -28% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 24.2%

Work From Home 11.7%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 92.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%

African American 1.4%

Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

41.7%

High Blood Pressure

34.7%

Short Sleep Duration

32.7%

Physical Inactivity

28.2%

Binge Drinking

19.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.8%

Current Smoking

15.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.8%

Diabetes

11.7%

Current Asthma

11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76%

Dental Visit 67.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

3.6%

Alerts & News — Chippewa Falls 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 Chippewa Falls, WI? ▼

Chippewa Falls, WI has a population of 66,799 people, located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Chippewa Falls? ▼

The median household income in Chippewa Falls, WI is $74,680 per year. The poverty rate is 10.2%.

What is the median home value in Chippewa Falls? ▼

The median home value in Chippewa Falls, WI is $257,900. Median rent is $963/month.

What are the top health concerns in Chippewa Falls? ▼

The top health indicators in Chippewa Falls include Obesity (41.7%), High Blood Pressure (34.7%), Short Sleep Duration (32.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Chippewa Falls? ▼

Chippewa Falls has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Chippewa Falls? ▼

The median age in Chippewa Falls, WI is 42.2 years. 24.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Chippewa Falls, WI is located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. With a population of 67K and a median household income of $74,680, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Chippewa Falls 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 (Chippewa 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.