| ZIP Code | 53955 |
|---|---|
| City | Poynette |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 353/608 |
| Elevation | 841 ft |
| Latitude | 43.399878 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.39869 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.9% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.9% ▼ 82% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 44 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,230 (28.9%) |
| Some College | 480 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 719 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 618 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,164 (27.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,802 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $791/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,805 |
| Vacant Units | 281 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,805 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 281 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 53955 is located in Poynette, Wisconsin, within Columbia County. With a population of 5,909, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 53955 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,802 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 53955 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $285,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $791 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 53955 is primarily White (91.56%). Residents are well-educated — 41.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 53955 stands at 0.9%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 53955 in Poynette, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,909 residents, a median household income of $95,802, and a median home value of $285,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.