| ZIP Code | 53089 |
|---|---|
| City | Sussex |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 970 ft |
| Latitude | 43.145469 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.238302 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.6% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 58 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,470 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 1,227 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 1,978 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,724 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,052 (44.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,042 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $387,100 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,270/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,856 |
| Vacant Units | 129 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,856 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 129 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 53089 is located in Sussex, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 20,202, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 53089 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,042 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53089 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $387,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,270 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 53089 is primarily White (89.26%). Residents are well-educated — 57.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53089 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 53089 in Sussex, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,202 residents, a median household income of $116,042, and a median home value of $387,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.