Sussex

WI

Waukesha County, Wisconsin

Population 412K |Median income $106,076 |8 hospitals

Population
411,762
Waukesha County
Median Income
$106,076
+56% vs avg
Median Home Value
$398,200
+75% vs avg
Median Age
43.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
412K+5%
Median Income
$106,076+40%
Median Home Value
$398,200+57%
Poverty Rate
5.2%-4%
Unemployment
2.3%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Poverty Rate
5.2% -63% vs avg
Unemployment 2.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 48.9%
Work From Home 16.8%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 86.7%
Asian 3.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%
African American 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
33.6%
Obesity
33.4%
Short Sleep Duration
30.8%
Physical Inactivity
21%
Binge Drinking
20.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
12.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.5%
Diabetes
10.5%
Current Smoking
10.3%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.5%
Dental Visit 73%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
5.7%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
3
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
4
WAUKESHA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
WAUKESHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
OCONOMOWOC MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
OCONOMOWOC · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER - SUMMIT
SUMMIT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
MENOMONEE FALLS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Sussex 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
Flood Warnings

Environment Agency Issues Flood Alert for Upper River Ems Valley in West Sussex

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Flood Warnings

Groundwater Flood Alert Issued for West Dean, Singleton, and Surrounding West Sussex Areas

Environment Agency · 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 Sussex, WI? ▼
Sussex, WI has a population of 411,762 people, located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Sussex? ▼
The median household income in Sussex, WI is $106,076 per year. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
What is the median home value in Sussex? ▼
The median home value in Sussex, WI is $398,200. Median rent is $1,356/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sussex? ▼
The top health indicators in Sussex include High Blood Pressure (33.6%), Obesity (33.4%), Short Sleep Duration (30.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sussex? ▼
Sussex has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sussex? ▼
The median age in Sussex, WI is 43.5 years. 48.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sussex, WI is located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. With a population of 412K and a median household income of $106,076, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sussex 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 (Waukesha 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.