| ZIP Code | 53222 |
|---|---|
| City | Milwaukee |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 731 ft |
| Latitude | 43.081401 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.034966 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.5% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 105 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,268 (20.2%) |
| Some College | 1,652 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 2,659 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,453 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,053 (43.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,523 ≈ Avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $202,100 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,026/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,765 |
| Vacant Units | 1,002 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,765 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,002 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 53222 is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 24,400, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 53222 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,523 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53222 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $202,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,026 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 53222 is majority White (52.88%). Residents are well-educated — 52.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53222 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 53222 in Milwaukee, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,400 residents, a median household income of $73,523, and a median home value of $202,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.