US ZIP Code
53546

Janesville, WI

Rock County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 29,482 Population ↓ 2% since 2019
💰 $73,430 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 41.3 Median Age
🏠 $220,100 Median Home Value
▼ 21% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019
🎓 38.4% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 3.1% Unemployment
▼ 37% below avg ↓ 35% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code53546
CityJanesville
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyRock County
Area Code353/608
Elevation864 ft
Latitude42.652244
Longitude-88.948166
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55105
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.2% (14,505) Female 50.8% (14,977) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 85.4%Hispanic: 7.6%Black: 1%Asian: 1.3%Other: 4%Race
White85.4%
Hispanic7.6%
Black1.0%
Asian1.3%
Other4.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
7%
25–44
26%
45–64
28%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age41.3 yrs
Avg Household Size2.39
Below Poverty8.8% ▼ 12% below avg
College Grads38.4% ≈ Avg
Unemployment3.1% ▼ 37% below avg
No HS Diploma101 (0.5%)
HS Graduate6,154 (30.5%)
Some College3,070 (15.2%)
Associates3,111 (15.4%)
Bachelors2,559 (12.7%)
Graduate Degree5,176 (25.7%)

Education

No HS: 0.5%HS Grad: 30.5%Some College: 15.2%Associates: 15.4%Bachelors: 12.7%Graduate: 25.7%Edu
No HS0.5%
HS Grad30.5%
Some College15.2%
Associates15.4%
Bachelors12.7%
Graduate25.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 73%Renter: 27%Tenure
Owner73.0%
Renter27.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
5%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
20%
$200k–300k
38%
$300k–500k
19%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$73,430 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Median Home Value$220,100 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,076/mo ↑ 19% since 2019
Total Units12,816
Vacant Units568
Avg HH Size2.39

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
9%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
89%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
39%
15–30 min
35%
30–45 min
15%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
18%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units12,816
Vacant568
Owner Occupied73.0%
Renter Occupied27.0%
Avg HH Size2.39
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 53546 is in Janesville, WI, in Rock County.
ZIP code 53546 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 53546 is in Rock County, WI.
ZIP 53546 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 53546 is 29,482 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 53546 is $73,430 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 53546 is $220,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 53546

ZIP code 53546 is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, within Rock County. With a population of 29,482, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 53546 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,430 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 53546 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $220,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,076 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.

The population of 53546 is primarily White (85.43%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 53546 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.

Overall, ZIP code 53546 in Janesville, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,482 residents, a median household income of $73,430, and a median home value of $220,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.