| ZIP Code | 53140 |
|---|---|
| City | Kenosha |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Kenosha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 623 ft |
| Latitude | 42.620224 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.828347 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 344 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,001 (27%) |
| Some College | 3,232 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 3,009 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,547 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,361 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,803 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $191,400 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,018/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,065 |
| Vacant Units | 1,143 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,065 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,143 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 53140 is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, within Kenosha County. With a population of 30,325, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 53140 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,803 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53140 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $191,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,018 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.1%) and renters (46.9%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 53140 is majority White (65.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.3%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53140 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 53140 in Kenosha, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 30,325 residents, a median household income of $56,803, and a median home value of $191,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.