US ZIP Code
53213

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 26,293 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $94,144 Median HH Income
▲ 23% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019
🎂 36.1 Median Age
🏠 $311,200 Median Home Value
▲ 12% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019
🎓 69.0% College Grads
▲ 78% above avg
📊 1.8% Unemployment
▼ 63% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code53213
CityMilwaukee
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyMilwaukee County
Area Code262/414
Elevation662 ft
Latitude43.048801
Longitude-88.001825
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55079
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.6% (12,778) Female 51.4% (13,515) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 80.5%Hispanic: 5.1%Black: 3.9%Asian: 4.5%Other: 5.3%Race
White80.5%
Hispanic5.1%
Black3.9%
Asian4.5%
Other5.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
14%
18–24
6%
25–44
35%
45–64
23%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.1 yrs
Avg Household Size2.12
Below Poverty6.3% ▼ 37% below avg
College Grads69.0% ▲ 78% above avg
Unemployment1.8% ▼ 63% below avg
No HS Diploma102 (0.6%)
HS Graduate2,451 (13.3%)
Some College841 (4.6%)
Associates2,315 (12.6%)
Bachelors1,303 (7.1%)
Graduate Degree11,399 (61.9%)

Education

No HS: 0.6%HS Grad: 13.3%Some College: 4.6%Associates: 12.6%Bachelors: 7.1%Graduate: 61.9%Edu
No HS0.6%
HS Grad13.3%
Some College4.6%
Associates12.6%
Bachelors7.1%
Graduate61.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 57.3%Renter: 42.7%Tenure
Owner57.3%
Renter42.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
5%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
30%
$300k–500k
39%
Over $500k
14%

Financials

Median HH Income$94,144 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019
Median Home Value$311,200 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,228/mo ↑ 23% since 2019
Total Units12,591
Vacant Units395
Avg HH Size2.12

Income Distribution

Under $25k
10%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
11%
Over $200k
16%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
76%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
19%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
31%
15–30 min
51%
30–45 min
12%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
11%
1940s–1950s
13%
1960s–1970s
1%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
73%

Summary

Total Units12,591
Vacant395
Owner Occupied57.3%
Renter Occupied42.7%
Avg HH Size2.12
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 53213 is in Milwaukee, WI, in Milwaukee County.
ZIP code 53213 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 53213 is in Milwaukee County, WI.
ZIP 53213 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 53213 is 26,293 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 53213 is $94,144 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 53213 is $311,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 53213

ZIP code 53213 is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 26,293, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 53213 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,144 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 53213 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $311,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,228 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.3%) and renters (42.7%). Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.

The population of 53213 is primarily White (80.48%). Residents are highly educated — 69.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 53213 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 53213 in Milwaukee, WI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,293 residents, a median household income of $94,144, and a median home value of $311,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.