| ZIP Code | 53186 |
|---|---|
| City | Waukesha |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262/414 |
| Elevation | 887 ft |
| Latitude | 43.022155 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.204676 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 167 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,246 (23.4%) |
| Some College | 2,236 (10%) |
| Associates | 3,485 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,492 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,837 (39.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,596 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $277,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,180/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,066 |
| Vacant Units | 516 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,066 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 516 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 53186 is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 33,264, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 53186 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,596 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53186 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $277,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,180 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.8%) and renters (45.2%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 53186 is primarily White (79.91%). Residents are well-educated — 50.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53186 stands at 2.7%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 53186 in Waukesha, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,264 residents, a median household income of $74,596, and a median home value of $277,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.