| ZIP Code | 53142 |
|---|---|
| City | Kenosha |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Kenosha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 670 ft |
| Latitude | 42.561695 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.891757 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.8% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 202 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,636 (21.7%) |
| Some College | 2,610 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 3,690 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,232 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,978 (37.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,891 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $254,300 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,319/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,787 |
| Vacant Units | 428 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,787 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 428 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 53142 is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, within Kenosha County. With a population of 33,572, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.9 years. Economically, 53142 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,891 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53142 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $254,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,319 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 53142 is majority White (69.64%). Residents are well-educated — 47.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53142 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 53142 in Kenosha, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,572 residents, a median household income of $86,891, and a median home value of $254,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.