US ZIP Code
53225

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 25,277 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $54,433 Median HH Income
▼ 29% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
🎂 33.5 Median Age
🏠 $174,500 Median Home Value
▼ 37% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019
🎓 30.1% College Grads
▼ 22% below avg
📊 7.1% Unemployment
▲ 45% above avg ↓ 2% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code53225
CityMilwaukee
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyMilwaukee County
Area Code262/414
Elevation746 ft
Latitude43.114266
Longitude-88.042947
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55079
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.8% (12,338) Female 51.2% (12,939) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 25.5%Hispanic: 5.1%Black: 57.9%Asian: 6.3%Other: 4.5%Race
White25.5%
Hispanic5.1%
Black57.9%
Asian6.3%
Other4.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
20%
18–24
8%
25–44
31%
45–64
21%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.5 yrs
Avg Household Size2.50
Below Poverty16.3% ▲ 63% above avg
College Grads30.1% ▼ 22% below avg
Unemployment7.1% ▲ 45% above avg
No HS Diploma275 (1.8%)
HS Graduate5,367 (35.2%)
Some College2,026 (13.3%)
Associates2,988 (19.6%)
Bachelors1,178 (7.7%)
Graduate Degree3,415 (22.4%)

Education

No HS: 1.8%HS Grad: 35.2%Some College: 13.3%Associates: 19.6%Bachelors: 7.7%Graduate: 22.4%Edu
No HS1.8%
HS Grad35.2%
Some College13.3%
Associates19.6%
Bachelors7.7%
Graduate22.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 40.7%Renter: 59.3%Tenure
Owner40.7%
Renter59.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–100k
8%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
28%
$200k–300k
29%
$300k–500k
5%
Over $500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$54,433 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
Median Home Value$174,500 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,094/mo ↑ 23% since 2019
Total Units11,019
Vacant Units1,089
Avg HH Size2.50

Income Distribution

Under $25k
19%
$25k–50k
23%
$50k–75k
22%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
81%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
16%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
27%
15–30 min
52%
30–45 min
15%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
31%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units11,019
Vacant1,089
Owner Occupied40.7%
Renter Occupied59.3%
Avg HH Size2.50
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 53225 is in Milwaukee, WI, in Milwaukee County.
ZIP code 53225 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 53225 is in Milwaukee County, WI.
ZIP 53225 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 53225 is 25,277 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 53225 is $54,433 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 53225 is $174,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 53225

ZIP code 53225 is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within Milwaukee County. With a population of 25,277, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 53225 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,433 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 53225 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $174,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,094 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.7%) and renters (59.3%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.

The population of 53225 is majority Black (57.85%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 53225 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 53225 in Milwaukee, WI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,277 residents, a median household income of $54,433, and a median home value of $174,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.