| ZIP Code | 53129 |
|---|---|
| City | Greendale |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 414 |
| Elevation | 730 ft |
| Latitude | 42.939993 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.000857 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 69 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,958 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 597 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 1,383 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 974 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,860 (49.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,412 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $288,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,177/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,046 |
| Vacant Units | 46 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,046 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 46 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 53129 is located in Greendale, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 14,607, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 53129 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,412 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53129 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $288,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,177 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 53129 is primarily White (78.74%). Residents are well-educated — 59.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53129 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 53129 in Greendale, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,607 residents, a median household income of $95,412, and a median home value of $288,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.