| ZIP Code | 53516 |
|---|---|
| City | Blanchardville |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Lafayette County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 820 ft |
| Latitude | 42.79685 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.873566 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.2% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 436 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 121 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 164 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 204 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 533 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,357 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $282,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $687/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,006 |
| Vacant Units | 76 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,006 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 76 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 53516 is located in Blanchardville, Wisconsin, within Lafayette County. With a population of 2,184, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.9 years. Economically, 53516 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,357 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53516 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $282,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $687 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 53516 is primarily White (96.47%). Residents are well-educated — 50.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53516 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 53516 in Blanchardville, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,184 residents, a median household income of $85,357, and a median home value of $282,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.