| ZIP Code | 53044 |
|---|---|
| City | Kohler |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Sheboygan County |
| Area Code | 274/920 |
| Elevation | 674 ft |
| Latitude | 43.738345 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.783011 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 0.3% ▼ 97% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.6% ▲ 93% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 168 (11.1%) |
| Some College | 54 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 156 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 132 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 993 (65.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,750 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $369,300 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,166/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 929 |
| Vacant Units | 62 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 929 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 62 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 53044 is located in Kohler, Wisconsin, within Sheboygan County. With a population of 2,269, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 53044 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,750 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53044 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $369,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,166 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 53044 is primarily White (94.23%). Residents are highly educated — 74.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.3%. Household income has grown by 52% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53044 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 53044 in Kohler, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,269 residents, a median household income of $130,750, and a median home value of $369,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.