| ZIP Code | 53118 |
|---|---|
| City | Dousman |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 869 ft |
| Latitude | 42.962495 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.491539 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.6% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 33 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,437 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 374 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 852 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 637 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,810 (35.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,921 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $367,000 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,401/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,196 |
| Vacant Units | 320 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,196 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 320 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 53118 is located in Dousman, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 7,107, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.3 years. Economically, 53118 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,921 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53118 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $367,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,401 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 53118 is primarily White (94.33%). Residents are well-educated — 47.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53118 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 53118 in Dousman, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,107 residents, a median household income of $103,921, and a median home value of $367,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.