Whitewater

WI

Walworth County, Wisconsin

Population 106K |Median income $80,520 |2 hospitals

Population
105,657
Walworth County
Median Income
$80,520
+18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$302,700
+33% vs avg
Median Age
41.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
106K+3%
Median Income
$80,520+49%
Median Home Value
$302,700+55%
Poverty Rate
9.4%-30%
Unemployment
2.9%-65%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Poverty Rate
9.4% -34% vs avg
Unemployment 2.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.4%
Work From Home 11.2%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 85.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 1%
Asian 0.9%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.4%
High Blood Pressure
32.7%
Short Sleep Duration
31.4%
Physical Inactivity
26.1%
Binge Drinking
20%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
12.8%
Diabetes
11.2%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.6%
Annual Checkup 77.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
AURORA LAKELAND MEDICAL CENTER
ELKHORN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MERCY WALWORTH HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER
LAKE GENEVA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Whitewater 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 Whitewater, WI? ▼
Whitewater, WI has a population of 105,657 people, located in Walworth County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Whitewater? ▼
The median household income in Whitewater, WI is $80,520 per year. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
What is the median home value in Whitewater? ▼
The median home value in Whitewater, WI is $302,700. Median rent is $1,150/month.
What are the top health concerns in Whitewater? ▼
The top health indicators in Whitewater include Obesity (38.4%), High Blood Pressure (32.7%), Short Sleep Duration (31.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Whitewater? ▼
Whitewater has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Whitewater? ▼
The median age in Whitewater, WI is 41.4 years. 32.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Whitewater, WI is located in Walworth County, Wisconsin. With a population of 106K and a median household income of $80,520, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Whitewater 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 (Walworth 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.