| ZIP Code | 53017 |
|---|---|
| City | Colgate |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 1,127 ft |
| Latitude | 43.201546 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.252557 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.77 |
| Below Poverty | 1.1% ▼ 89% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 600 (16.2%) |
| Some College | 293 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 463 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 276 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,068 (55.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $160,145 ▲ 110% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $477,300 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,909 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,909 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 97.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
ZIP code 53017 is located in Colgate, Wisconsin, within Washington County. With a population of 5,284, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 53017 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $160,145 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53017 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $477,300 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 97.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 53017 is primarily White (93.51%). Residents are highly educated — 63.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53017 stands at 3.2%, 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 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 53017 in Colgate, WI is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,284 residents, a median household income of $160,145, and a median home value of $477,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.