| ZIP Code | 53213 |
|---|---|
| City | Milwaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 262/414 |
| Elevation | 662 ft |
| Latitude | 43.048801 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.001825 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.0% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 102 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,451 (13.3%) |
| Some College | 841 (4.6%) |
| Associates | 2,315 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,303 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,399 (61.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,228/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,591 |
| Vacant Units | 395 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,591 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 395 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
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.