| ZIP Code | 53147 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Geneva |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Walworth County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 863 ft |
| Latitude | 42.558204 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.451878 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.7% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 137 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,956 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 1,298 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 1,807 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,140 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,226 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,018 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $337,000 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,277/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,455 |
| Vacant Units | 3,312 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,455 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,312 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 53147 is located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, within Walworth County. With a population of 18,440, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 53147 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,018 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53147 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $337,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,277 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 53147 is primarily White (82.30%). Residents are well-educated — 50.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53147 stands at 4.1%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 53147 in Lake Geneva, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,440 residents, a median household income of $83,018, and a median home value of $337,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.