Watertown, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Jefferson County County
Watertown, WI
At a Glance
How Watertown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Watertown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Watertown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Watertown residents earn a median household income of $68,333 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,036. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,344 business establishments, including 201 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Watertown is $211,500 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $330,726. Median rent is $1,061/month, with 26.1% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Watertown reports 212 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,070/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Watertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Watertown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.