Platteville

Grant County, Wisconsin

Population 52K |Median income $66,858 |3 hospitals

Population

51,770

Grant County

Median Income

$66,858

Near average

Median Home Value

$200,700

-12% vs avg

Median Age

36.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

52K+1%

Median Income

$66,858+42%

Median Home Value

$200,700+61%

Poverty Rate

13%-22%

Unemployment

3.1%-35%

Economics

Median Rent

$813/mo

Poverty Rate

13% -8% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.6%

Work From Home 10.3%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 93.7%

African American 1.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.4%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

40.9%

Short Sleep Duration

34.3%

High Blood Pressure

31.7%

Physical Inactivity

31.1%

Binge Drinking

19.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.3%

Current Smoking

15%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.8%

Diabetes

11.5%

Current Asthma

11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.2%

Dental Visit 61.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.5%

Alerts & News — Platteville 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 Platteville, WI? ▼

Platteville, WI has a population of 51,770 people, located in Grant County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Platteville? ▼

The median household income in Platteville, WI is $66,858 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.

What is the median home value in Platteville? ▼

The median home value in Platteville, WI is $200,700. Median rent is $813/month.

What are the top health concerns in Platteville? ▼

The top health indicators in Platteville include Obesity (40.9%), Short Sleep Duration (34.3%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Platteville? ▼

Platteville has 3 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Platteville? ▼

The median age in Platteville, WI is 36.8 years. 25.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Platteville, WI is located in Grant County, Wisconsin. With a population of 52K and a median household income of $66,858, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Platteville 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 (Grant 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.