| ZIP Code | 53045 |
|---|---|
| City | Brookfield |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262/414 |
| Elevation | 864 ft |
| Latitude | 43.058889 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.15252 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.4% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 29 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,116 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 957 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 1,840 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,145 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,562 (61.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,541 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $443,500 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,867/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,061 |
| Vacant Units | 468 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,061 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 468 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 53045 is located in Brookfield, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 23,072, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46 years. Economically, 53045 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,541 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53045 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $443,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,867 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 53045 is primarily White (78.68%). Residents are highly educated — 68.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53045 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 53045 in Brookfield, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,072 residents, a median household income of $116,541, and a median home value of $443,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.