| ZIP Code | 54234 |
|---|---|
| City | Sister Bay |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Door County |
| Area Code | 274/920 |
| Elevation | 632 ft |
| Latitude | 45.181963 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.10151 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 265 (15.5%) |
| Some College | 140 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 294 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 158 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 854 (49.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,762 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $419,600 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,140/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,350 |
| Vacant Units | 1,253 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,350 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,253 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
ZIP code 54234 is located in Sister Bay, Wisconsin, within Door County. With a population of 2,130, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.4 years. Economically, 54234 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,762 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54234 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $419,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,140 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 54234 is primarily White (97.61%). Residents are well-educated — 59.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54234 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 54234 in Sister Bay, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,130 residents, a median household income of $72,762, and a median home value of $419,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.