Wausau

WI

Marathon County, Wisconsin

Population 138K |Median income $77,884 |3 hospitals

Population
138,403
Marathon County
Median Income
$77,884
+15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$219,600
-4% vs avg
Median Age
41.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
138K+3%
Median Income
$77,884+46%
Median Home Value
$219,600+54%
Poverty Rate
8.7%-20%
Unemployment
2.9%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$999/mo
Poverty Rate
8.7% -39% vs avg
Unemployment 2.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.1%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 87%
Asian 5.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
African American 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36.3%
High Blood Pressure
34.4%
Short Sleep Duration
30.1%
Physical Inactivity
27.9%
Binge Drinking
18.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
Current Smoking
14.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Diabetes
10.9%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.4%
Annual Checkup 77%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
ASPIRUS WAUSAU HOSPITAL
WAUSAU · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - WESTON
WESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Wausau 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 Wausau, WI? ▼
Wausau, WI has a population of 138,403 people, located in Marathon County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Wausau? ▼
The median household income in Wausau, WI is $77,884 per year. The poverty rate is 8.7%.
What is the median home value in Wausau? ▼
The median home value in Wausau, WI is $219,600. Median rent is $999/month.
What are the top health concerns in Wausau? ▼
The top health indicators in Wausau include Obesity (36.3%), High Blood Pressure (34.4%), Short Sleep Duration (30.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Wausau? ▼
Wausau has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Wausau? ▼
The median age in Wausau, WI is 41.3 years. 28.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Wausau, WI is located in Marathon County, Wisconsin. With a population of 138K and a median household income of $77,884, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Wausau 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 (Marathon 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.