| ZIP Code | 53149 |
|---|---|
| City | Mukwonago |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 859 ft |
| Latitude | 42.875371 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.341581 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,847 (21.1%) |
| Some College | 1,437 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 2,028 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,712 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,386 (39.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,653 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $384,600 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,100/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,585 |
| Vacant Units | 381 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,585 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 381 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 53149 is located in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 19,601, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 53149 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,653 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53149 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $384,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,100 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 53149 is primarily White (90.04%). Residents are well-educated — 52.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53149 stands at 3.1%, 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 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 53149 in Mukwonago, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,601 residents, a median household income of $112,653, and a median home value of $384,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.