| ZIP Code | 53172 |
|---|---|
| City | South Milwaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 414 |
| Elevation | 668 ft |
| Latitude | 42.911998 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.859664 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 206 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,819 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 2,002 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 1,907 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,503 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,072 (28.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,146 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $216,400 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,014/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,150 |
| Vacant Units | 471 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,150 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 471 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 53172 is located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 20,547, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.9 years. Economically, 53172 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,146 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53172 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $216,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,014 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 53172 is primarily White (78.39%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.4%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53172 stands at 3.4%, 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 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 53172 in South Milwaukee, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,547 residents, a median household income of $70,146, and a median home value of $216,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.