| ZIP Code | 53402 |
|---|---|
| City | Racine |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Racine County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 677 ft |
| Latitude | 42.795888 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.816532 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 182 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,184 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 2,976 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 3,414 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,406 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,973 (34.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,125 ≈ Avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $224,200 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,049/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,660 |
| Vacant Units | 1,144 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,660 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,144 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 53402 is located in Racine, Wisconsin, within Racine County. With a population of 35,272, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.4 years. Economically, 53402 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,125 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53402 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $224,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,049 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 53402 is primarily White (71.27%). Residents are well-educated — 44.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53402 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 53402 in Racine, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,272 residents, a median household income of $74,125, and a median home value of $224,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.