| ZIP Code | 53154 |
|---|---|
| City | Oak Creek |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 414 |
| Elevation | 664 ft |
| Latitude | 42.878693 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.898676 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.4% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.8% ▼ 85% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 225 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,401 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 2,592 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 2,893 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,125 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,678 (38.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,120 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $305,100 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,397/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,602 |
| Vacant Units | 438 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,602 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 438 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 53154 is located in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 36,473, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 53154 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,120 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53154 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $305,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,397 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.4%) and renters (40.7%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 53154 is primarily White (73.68%). Residents are well-educated — 51.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53154 stands at 0.8%, which is well 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 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 53154 in Oak Creek, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 36,473 residents, a median household income of $93,120, and a median home value of $305,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.