Beaver Dam, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Dodge County County
Beaver Dam, WI
At a Glance
How Beaver Dam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beaver Dam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beaver Dam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beaver Dam residents earn a median household income of $68,757 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,989. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,002 business establishments, including 166 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beaver Dam is $189,800 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $297,050. Median rent is $942/month, with 22.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Beaver Dam reports 146 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,123/100K.
Education
27.3% of adults in Beaver Dam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beaver Dam has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.