| ZIP Code | 53704 |
|---|---|
| City | Madison |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Dane County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 846 ft |
| Latitude | 43.135832 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.34748 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 466 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,688 (18%) |
| Some College | 2,229 (7%) |
| Associates | 4,616 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,225 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,446 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,007 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,740 |
| Vacant Units | 942 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,740 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 942 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 53704 is located in Madison, Wisconsin, within Dane County. With a population of 47,136, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 53704 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,007 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53704 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,231 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.5%) and renters (46.5%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 53704 is majority White (66.59%). Residents are well-educated — 59.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53704 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 53704 in Madison, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 47,136 residents, a median household income of $75,007, and a median home value of $289,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.