Plover

Portage County, Wisconsin

Population 71K |Median income $76,070 |2 hospitals

Population

70,832

Portage County

Median Income

$76,070

+12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$243,100

+7% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

71K+1%

Median Income

$76,070+49%

Median Home Value

$243,100+67%

Poverty Rate

10.1%-26%

Unemployment

3.2%-60%

Economics

Median Rent

$940/mo

Poverty Rate

10.1% -29% vs avg

Unemployment 3.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 34%

Work From Home 12.6%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 90%

Asian 2.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%

African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

35.1%

Short Sleep Duration

33.5%

High Blood Pressure

29%

Physical Inactivity

24.6%

Binge Drinking

20.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.2%

Current Smoking

12.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

12%

Current Asthma

10.7%

Diabetes

9.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.4%

Dental Visit 66.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.2%

Stroke

3.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ASPIRUS STEVENS POINT HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC.

STEVENS POINT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Plover 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

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Plover, WI? ▼

Plover, WI has a population of 70,832 people, located in Portage County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Plover? ▼

The median household income in Plover, WI is $76,070 per year. The poverty rate is 10.1%.

What is the median home value in Plover? ▼

The median home value in Plover, WI is $243,100. Median rent is $940/month.

What are the top health concerns in Plover? ▼

The top health indicators in Plover include Obesity (35.1%), Short Sleep Duration (33.5%), High Blood Pressure (29%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Plover? ▼

Plover has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Plover? ▼

The median age in Plover, WI is 38 years. 34% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Plover, WI is located in Portage County, Wisconsin. With a population of 71K and a median household income of $76,070, 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 Plover 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 (Portage 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.