| ZIP Code | 53072 |
|---|---|
| City | Pewaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 878 ft |
| Latitude | 43.079955 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.266595 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.3% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,138 (16.4%) |
| Some College | 1,635 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 2,384 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,769 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,137 (53%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,434 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $424,300 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,352/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,594 |
| Vacant Units | 548 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,594 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 548 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 53072 is located in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 26,652, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 53072 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,434 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53072 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $424,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,352 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 53072 is primarily White (89.18%). Residents are highly educated — 62.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53072 stands at 2.0%, which is well 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 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 53072 in Pewaukee, WI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,652 residents, a median household income of $97,434, and a median home value of $424,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.