| ZIP Code | 53405 |
|---|---|
| City | Racine |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Racine County |
| Area Code | 262 |
| Elevation | 639 ft |
| Latitude | 42.727644 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.829134 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 39.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 262 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,180 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 2,507 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 2,668 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,213 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,585 (26.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,339 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $173,600 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $946/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,509 |
| Vacant Units | 479 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,509 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 479 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 53405 is located in Racine, Wisconsin, within Racine County. With a population of 27,843, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 53405 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,339 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53405 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $173,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $946 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 53405 is majority White (62.56%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53405 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 53405 in Racine, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,843 residents, a median household income of $68,339, and a median home value of $173,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.