| ZIP Code | 53189 |
|---|---|
| City | Waukesha |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 781 ft |
| Latitude | 42.944064 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.290974 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 42 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,760 (20.7%) |
| Some College | 1,940 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 2,244 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,938 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,268 (45.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $114,555 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $372,600 ▲ 34% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,206/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,443 |
| Vacant Units | 207 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,443 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 207 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
ZIP code 53189 is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, within Waukesha County. With a population of 26,607, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.2 years. Economically, 53189 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $114,555 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53189 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $372,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,206 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 53189 is primarily White (83.96%). Residents are well-educated — 56.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53189 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 53189 in Waukesha, WI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,607 residents, a median household income of $114,555, and a median home value of $372,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.