| ZIP Code | 53718 |
|---|---|
| City | Madison |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Dane County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 997 ft |
| Latitude | 43.097019 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.274603 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 302 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,092 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 777 (6.3%) |
| Associates | 1,689 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,464 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,047 (48.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,899 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $328,500 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,606/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,408 |
| Vacant Units | 312 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,408 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 312 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 53718 is located in Madison, Wisconsin, within Dane County. With a population of 18,642, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 53718 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,899 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53718 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $328,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,606 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.9%) and renters (41.1%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 53718 is primarily White (72.29%). Residents are highly educated — 60.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53718 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 53718 in Madison, WI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 18,642 residents, a median household income of $94,899, and a median home value of $328,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.