| ZIP Code | 53590 |
|---|---|
| City | Sun Prairie |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Dane County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 993 ft |
| Latitude | 43.19989 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.207148 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.3% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,400 (18.8%) |
| Some College | 2,482 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 3,157 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 2,803 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,807 (51.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,497 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $354,700 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,375/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,292 |
| Vacant Units | 402 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,292 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 402 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 53590 is located in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, within Dane County. With a population of 43,965, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 53590 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,497 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53590 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $354,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,375 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 53590 is primarily White (76.94%). Residents are highly educated — 61.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53590 stands at 2.1%, which is well below 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 53590 in Sun Prairie, WI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,965 residents, a median household income of $96,497, and a median home value of $354,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.