| ZIP Code | 53805 |
|---|---|
| City | Boscobel |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Grant County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 672 ft |
| Latitude | 43.142976 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.683004 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,478 (41.3%) |
| Some College | 479 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 473 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 544 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 599 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,137 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,300 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $687/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,358 |
| Vacant Units | 277 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,358 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 277 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 53805 is located in Boscobel, Wisconsin, within Grant County. With a population of 5,569, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 53805 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,137 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53805 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $147,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $687 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 53805 is primarily White (91.45%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53805 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 53805 in Boscobel, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,569 residents, a median household income of $57,137, and a median home value of $147,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.