| ZIP Code | 53215 |
|---|---|
| City | Milwaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 414 |
| Elevation | 655 ft |
| Latitude | 42.999273 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.943018 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.99 |
| Below Poverty | 23.0% ▲ 130% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.5% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,247 (8.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,898 (41%) |
| Some College | 2,977 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 4,467 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,221 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,742 (14.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,207 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,400 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $933/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,307 |
| Vacant Units | 1,861 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,307 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,861 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
ZIP code 53215 is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 58,375, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 53215 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,207 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53215 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $148,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $933 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.2%) and renters (52.8%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 53215 is majority Hispanic (69.20%). Residents are less-educated — 22.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53215 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 53215 in Milwaukee, WI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 58,375 residents, a median household income of $49,207, and a median home value of $148,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.