Sun Prairie

WI

Dane County, Wisconsin

Population 573K |Median income $89,975 |7 hospitals

Population
572,674
Dane County
Median Income
$89,975
+32% vs avg
Median Home Value
$394,800
+73% vs avg
Median Age
35.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
573K+15%
Median Income
$89,975+46%
Median Home Value
$394,800+73%
Poverty Rate
10.6%-18%
Unemployment
2.4%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,398/mo
Poverty Rate
10.6% -25% vs avg
Unemployment 2.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 55.3%
Work From Home 20%
Public Transit 2.9%

Population

White 77.3%
Asian 6.1%
African American 5.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
32.4%
Short Sleep Duration
28.6%
High Blood Pressure
25.6%
Binge Drinking
20.8%
Physical Inactivity
20.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.4%
Current Asthma
9.9%
Current Smoking
9.8%
Diabetes
8.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 70.2%
Annual Checkup 73.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
4.8%
Stroke
2.4%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
3
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.3/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
4
MADISON VA MEDICAL CENTER
MADISON · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - MADISON
MADISON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MERITER
MADISON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UNIVERSITY OF WI HOSPITALS & CLINICS AUTHORITY
MADISON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Sun Prairie 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 Sun Prairie, WI? ▼
Sun Prairie, WI has a population of 572,674 people, located in Dane County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Sun Prairie? ▼
The median household income in Sun Prairie, WI is $89,975 per year. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
What is the median home value in Sun Prairie? ▼
The median home value in Sun Prairie, WI is $394,800. Median rent is $1,398/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sun Prairie? ▼
The top health indicators in Sun Prairie include Obesity (32.4%), Short Sleep Duration (28.6%), High Blood Pressure (25.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sun Prairie? ▼
Sun Prairie has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sun Prairie? ▼
The median age in Sun Prairie, WI is 35.7 years. 55.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sun Prairie, WI is located in Dane County, Wisconsin. With a population of 573K and a median household income of $89,975, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sun Prairie 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 (Dane 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.