Watertown

Jefferson County, Wisconsin

Population 86K |Median income $83,750 |1 hospital

Population

86,003

Jefferson County

Median Income

$83,750

+23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$274,100

+20% vs avg

Median Age

41.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

86K+2%

Median Income

$83,750+57%

Median Home Value

$274,100+55%

Poverty Rate

8.1%-28%

Unemployment

3.5%-51%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,035/mo

Poverty Rate

8.1% -43% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.5%

Work From Home 10.5%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 88.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

African American 0.9%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

40.7%

High Blood Pressure

31.1%

Short Sleep Duration

31%

Physical Inactivity

27.7%

Binge Drinking

19.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.5%

Current Smoking

13.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

13%

Current Asthma

10.9%

Diabetes

10.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.4%

Dental Visit 69.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.5%

Stroke

3.2%

Alerts & News — Watertown 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 Watertown, WI? ▼

Watertown, WI has a population of 86,003 people, located in Jefferson County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Watertown? ▼

The median household income in Watertown, WI is $83,750 per year. The poverty rate is 8.1%.

What is the median home value in Watertown? ▼

The median home value in Watertown, WI is $274,100. Median rent is $1,035/month.

What are the top health concerns in Watertown? ▼

The top health indicators in Watertown include Obesity (40.7%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%), Short Sleep Duration (31%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Watertown? ▼

Watertown has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Watertown? ▼

The median age in Watertown, WI is 41.5 years. 28.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Watertown, WI is located in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. With a population of 86K and a median household income of $83,750, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Watertown 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 (Jefferson 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.