Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Hospital
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Situated in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin functions as a key hospital serving the broader regional population. The critical healthcare facility plays a meaningful role in the area's commercial and civic landscape, anchoring a network of nearby communities. A closer look at the reachable population within 30 minutes reveals the reach and importance of this destination.
Population catchment
Approximately 1,033,846 residents live within a 30-minute drive of Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin, spread across 20 distinct incorporated communities. Milwaukee, with a population of 577,222, is the dominant community in the catchment area, accounting for 56% of the reachable population. Following Milwaukee, Waukesha adds 71,158 residents, while West Allis contributes 60,325, broadening the demographic base of the area. This concentration highlights the demographic weight of the primary population center relative to smaller surrounding communities.
Regional dependence
Regional dependence is evident in the demographic profile surrounding Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin. With 17 of 20 communities registering populations under 50,000, many residents travel beyond their home communities for services available at or near Milwaukee. Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin benefits from this travel pattern, serving as a practical destination for a dispersed population base across Wisconsin.
Geographic interpretation
Geographically, the communities within 30 minutes of Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin form a urban corridor. The presence of 3 communities above 50,000 residents reflects a mature metropolitan or suburban region with concentrated population. Milwaukee dominates the population landscape, and the surrounding communities create a concentrated distribution. A median population of 15,384 among the catchment communities suggests that substantially smaller communities are the norm, with only a few larger population centers. This settlement pattern influences commuting behavior and access to regional destinations throughout Wisconsin.
Identifiers: city · village · CDP
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee (city), WI | 577,222 |
| 2 | Waukesha (city), WI | 71,158 |
| 3 | West Allis (city), WI | 60,325 |
| 4 | Wauwatosa (city), WI | 48,387 |
| 5 | Brookfield (city), WI | 41,464 |
| 6 | New Berlin (city), WI | 40,451 |
| 7 | Menomonee Falls (village), WI | 38,527 |
| 8 | Greenfield (city), WI | 37,803 |
| 9 | Oconomowoc (city), WI | 18,203 |
| 10 | Pewaukee (city), WI | 15,914 |
| 11 | Greendale (village), WI | 14,854 |
| 12 | Sussex (village), WI | 11,487 |
| 13 | Hartland (village), WI | 9,501 |
| 14 | Mukwonago (village), WI | 8,262 |
| 15 | Pewaukee (village), WI | 8,238 |
| 16 | Hales Corners (village), WI | 7,720 |
| 17 | Delafield (city), WI | 7,185 |
| 18 | Elm Grove (village), WI | 6,513 |
| 19 | Wind Lake (CDP), WI | 5,355 |
| 20 | Tichigan (CDP), WI | 5,277 |
Target
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Target stands as a notable retail store in Waukesha, Wisconsin, providing services and access to a diverse set of nearby communities. The surrounding region depends on destinations like this one to meet daily needs, and the 30-minute driving radius captures the practical extent of that relationship. The following analysis examines the demographic landscape within reach.
Population catchment
An estimated 1,000,861 people live within 30 minutes of Target, distributed among 20 incorporated communities. Milwaukee is the population center of the area with 577,222 residents, representing 58% of the overall catchment. Beyond Milwaukee, the next most populous communities are Waukesha at 71,158 and West Allis at 60,325, reflecting additional population depth in the region. This population base reflects the density and reach of the area served by this retail store.
Regional dependence
Smaller communities in the area often depend on the services and infrastructure concentrated near Milwaukee and Target. 17 of the 20 communities in this catchment have populations under 50,000, suggesting that residents of these towns regularly travel to larger population centers for shopping, healthcare, and employment. This pattern of regional dependence is common across Wisconsin, where smaller incorporated places rely on nearby anchors for essential services.
Geographic interpretation
The catchment area around Target exhibits predominantly urban characteristics. Multiple communities exceed 50,000 residents, creating a densely populated corridor with significant commercial and residential activity. The population distribution, with Milwaukee serving as the primary anchor, suggests a concentrated settlement pattern where most residents are concentrated in a few larger communities. At a median of 13,170 residents, most communities within the 30-minute radius are substantially smaller compared to the leading population center. This geographic profile shapes the way residents interact with regional destinations and services.
Identifiers: city · village · CDP
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee (city), WI | 577,222 |
| 2 | Waukesha (city), WI | 71,158 |
| 3 | West Allis (city), WI | 60,325 |
| 4 | Wauwatosa (city), WI | 48,387 |
| 5 | Brookfield (city), WI | 41,464 |
| 6 | New Berlin (city), WI | 40,451 |
| 7 | Greenfield (city), WI | 37,803 |
| 8 | Oconomowoc (city), WI | 18,203 |
| 9 | Pewaukee (city), WI | 15,914 |
| 10 | Greendale (village), WI | 14,854 |
| 11 | Sussex (village), WI | 11,487 |
| 12 | Hartland (village), WI | 9,501 |
| 13 | Mukwonago (village), WI | 8,262 |
| 14 | Pewaukee (village), WI | 8,238 |
| 15 | Hales Corners (village), WI | 7,720 |
| 16 | Delafield (city), WI | 7,185 |
| 17 | Elm Grove (village), WI | 6,513 |
| 18 | Waterford (village), WI | 5,542 |
| 19 | Wind Lake (CDP), WI | 5,355 |
| 20 | Tichigan (CDP), WI | 5,277 |