| ZIP Code | 53183 |
|---|---|
| City | Wales |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 999 ft |
| Latitude | 43.005837 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.370357 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 1.5% ▼ 85% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.2% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 329 (15.2%) |
| Some College | 370 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 198 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 208 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,054 (48.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,327 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $383,300 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,473/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,117 |
| Vacant Units | 69 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,117 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 69 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
ZIP code 53183 is located in Wales, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 3,073, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 53183 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,327 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53183 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $383,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,473 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 53183 is primarily White (94.47%). Residents are well-educated — 58.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.5%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53183 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 53183 in Wales, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,073 residents, a median household income of $109,327, and a median home value of $383,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.