| ZIP Code | 54229 |
|---|---|
| City | New Franken |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Brown County |
| Area Code | 274/920 |
| Elevation | 800 ft |
| Latitude | 44.560061 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.815517 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,282 (41%) |
| Some College | 242 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 296 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 465 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 830 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,456 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,110/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,976 |
| Vacant Units | 71 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,976 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 71 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 54229 is located in New Franken, Wisconsin, within Brown County. With a population of 4,457, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.2 years. Economically, 54229 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,456 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54229 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,110 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 54229 is primarily White (94.77%). Residents are well-educated — 41.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54229 stands at 2.2%, which is well 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 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 54229 in New Franken, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,457 residents, a median household income of $93,456, and a median home value of $278,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.