| ZIP Code | 53005 |
|---|---|
| City | Brookfield |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262/274/414/920 |
| Elevation | 813 ft |
| Latitude | 43.062401 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.098804 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.1% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,085 (13.9%) |
| Some College | 797 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 1,686 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,133 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,229 (61.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,486 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,300 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,810/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,744 |
| Vacant Units | 225 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,744 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 225 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 53005 is located in Brookfield, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 22,125, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 53005 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,486 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53005 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $386,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,810 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 53005 is primarily White (78.64%). Residents are highly educated — 69.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53005 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 53005 in Brookfield, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,125 residents, a median household income of $123,486, and a median home value of $386,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.