| ZIP Code | 53151 |
|---|---|
| City | New Berlin |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262/414 |
| Elevation | 877 ft |
| Latitude | 42.97393 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.095566 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.2% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 105 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,131 (22%) |
| Some College | 1,690 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 2,588 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,852 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,934 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,248 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,300 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,424/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,324 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,324 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 53151 is located in New Berlin, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 32,865, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.6 years. Economically, 53151 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,248 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53151 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,424 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 53151 is primarily White (83.34%). Residents are well-educated — 59.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53151 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 53151 in New Berlin, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,865 residents, a median household income of $99,248, and a median home value of $351,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.