| ZIP Code | 53207 |
|---|---|
| City | Milwaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 414 |
| Elevation | 656 ft |
| Latitude | 42.975097 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.8989 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.6% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 163 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,238 (21.3%) |
| Some College | 2,004 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 4,002 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,909 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,260 (45.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,576 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $228,500 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,145/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,278 |
| Vacant Units | 975 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,278 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 975 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 53207 is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 34,536, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 53207 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,576 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53207 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $228,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,145 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 53207 is primarily White (73.92%). Residents are well-educated — 53.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53207 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 53207 in Milwaukee, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,536 residents, a median household income of $79,576, and a median home value of $228,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.