Oshkosh

Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Population 172K |Median income $74,925 |4 hospitals

Population

171,769

Winnebago County

Median Income

$74,925

+10% vs avg

Median Home Value

$225,800

Near average

Median Age

38.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

172K+2%

Median Income

$74,925+47%

Median Home Value

$225,800+60%

Poverty Rate

11.3%-8%

Unemployment

2.2%-66%

Economics

Median Rent

$965/mo

Poverty Rate

11.3% -20% vs avg

Unemployment 2.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 31.1%

Work From Home 11.5%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 86.5%

Asian 3.2%

African American 2.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

40%

High Blood Pressure

32.4%

Short Sleep Duration

31.1%

Physical Inactivity

27.7%

Binge Drinking

21.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.1%

Current Smoking

14.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.5%

Diabetes

11.2%

Current Asthma

11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78%

Dental Visit 69.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.3%

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

THEDACARE REGIONAL MED CTR - NEENAH

NEENAH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★★

AURORA MEDICAL CTR OSHKOSH

OSHKOSH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh, WI? ▼

Oshkosh, WI has a population of 171,769 people, located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Oshkosh? ▼

The median household income in Oshkosh, WI is $74,925 per year. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

What is the median home value in Oshkosh? ▼

The median home value in Oshkosh, WI is $225,800. Median rent is $965/month.

What are the top health concerns in Oshkosh? ▼

The top health indicators in Oshkosh include Obesity (40%), High Blood Pressure (32.4%), Short Sleep Duration (31.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Oshkosh? ▼

Oshkosh has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Oshkosh? ▼

The median age in Oshkosh, WI is 38.7 years. 31.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Oshkosh, WI is located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin. With a population of 172K and a median household income of $74,925, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Oshkosh 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 (Winnebago 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.