| ZIP Code | 53188 |
|---|---|
| City | Waukesha |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 992 ft |
| Latitude | 43.020011 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.294411 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 55.5% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,521 (19.3%) |
| Some College | 1,990 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 3,754 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 2,887 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,107 (43.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,656 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,300 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,235/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,703 |
| Vacant Units | 339 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,703 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 339 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 53188 is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 34,290, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 53188 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,656 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53188 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $317,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,235 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 53188 is primarily White (81.08%). Residents are well-educated — 55.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53188 stands at 3.1%, 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 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 53188 in Waukesha, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,290 residents, a median household income of $88,656, and a median home value of $317,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.