US ZIP Code
53515

Black Earth, WI

Dane County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 2,635 Population ↑ 16% since 2019
💰 $90,250 Median HH Income
▲ 18% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019
🎂 51.0 Median Age ↑ 7% since 2019
🏠 $336,400 Median Home Value
▲ 21% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
🎓 43.3% College Grads
▲ 12% above avg
📊 4.5% Unemployment
▼ 9% below avg ↑ 87% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code53515
CityBlack Earth
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyDane County
Area Code353/608
Elevation931 ft
Latitude43.115004
Longitude-89.739338
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55025
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 53.4% (1,406) Female 46.6% (1,229) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 92.8%Hispanic: 3.8%Asian: 0.3%Other: 3.1%Race
White92.8%
Hispanic3.8%
Asian0.3%
Other3.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
14%
18–24
4%
25–44
22%
45–64
24%
65+
17%

Key Indicators

Median Age51.0 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.45
Below Poverty5.6% ▼ 44% below avg
College Grads43.3% ▲ 12% above avg
Unemployment4.5% ▼ 9% below avg
No HS Diploma7 (0.4%)
HS Graduate707 (36.2%)
Some College163 (8.3%)
Associates232 (11.9%)
Bachelors207 (10.6%)
Graduate Degree639 (32.7%)

Education

No HS: 0.4%HS Grad: 36.2%Some College: 8.3%Associates: 11.9%Bachelors: 10.6%Graduate: 32.7%Edu
No HS0.4%
HS Grad36.2%
Some College8.3%
Associates11.9%
Bachelors10.6%
Graduate32.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 87.5%Renter: 12.5%Tenure
Owner87.5%
Renter12.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
14%
$200k–300k
24%
$300k–500k
28%
Over $500k
28%

Financials

Median HH Income$90,250 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019
Median Home Value$336,400 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$988/mo ↑ 30% since 2019
Total Units1,114
Vacant Units52
Avg HH Size2.45

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
10%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $200k
13%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
77%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
20%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
24%
15–30 min
34%
30–45 min
33%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units1,114
Vacant52
Owner Occupied87.5%
Renter Occupied12.5%
Avg HH Size2.45
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 53515 is in Black Earth, WI, in Dane County.
ZIP code 53515 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 53515 is in Dane County, WI.
ZIP 53515 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 53515 is 2,635 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 53515 is $90,250 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 53515 is $336,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 53515

ZIP code 53515 is located in Black Earth, Wisconsin, within Dane County. With a population of 2,635, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 53515 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,250 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 53515 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $336,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $988 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.

The population of 53515 is primarily White (92.75%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 53515 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 53515 in Black Earth, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,635 residents, a median household income of $90,250, and a median home value of $336,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.