| ZIP Code | 53185 |
|---|---|
| City | Waterford |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Racine County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 779 ft |
| Latitude | 42.798205 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.194451 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 51 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,036 (30.7%) |
| Some College | 1,371 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 1,536 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,948 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,217 (32%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,896 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $357,700 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,191/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,211 |
| Vacant Units | 550 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,211 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 550 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 53185 is located in Waterford, Wisconsin, within Racine County. With a population of 18,786, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 53185 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,896 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53185 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $357,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,191 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 53185 is primarily White (91.11%). Residents are well-educated — 46.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53185 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 53185 in Waterford, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,786 residents, a median household income of $100,896, and a median home value of $357,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.