| ZIP Code | 54156 |
|---|---|
| City | Pembine |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Marinette County |
| Area Code | 715 |
| Elevation | 941 ft |
| Latitude | 45.610359 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.944169 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 541 (48%) |
| Some College | 118 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 132 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 120 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 201 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,722 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,600 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $782/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,770 |
| Vacant Units | 1,074 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,770 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,074 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 54156 is located in Pembine, Wisconsin, within Marinette County. With a population of 1,514, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.5 years. Economically, 54156 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,722 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54156 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $782 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 54156 is primarily White (92.27%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54156 stands at 7.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 54156 in Pembine, WI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,514 residents, a median household income of $49,722, and a median home value of $123,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.