| ZIP Code | 54457 |
|---|---|
| City | Nekoosa |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Wood County |
| Area Code | 715 |
| Elevation | 968 ft |
| Latitude | 44.229258 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.897501 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.9 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,449 (40%) |
| Some College | 681 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 782 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 778 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,370 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,005 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $169,500 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $718/mo ↓ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,594 |
| Vacant Units | 1,782 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,594 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,782 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 54457 is located in Nekoosa, Wisconsin, within Wood County. With a population of 8,262, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.9 years. Economically, 54457 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,005 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54457 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $169,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $718 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 54457 is primarily White (88.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54457 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 54457 in Nekoosa, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,262 residents, a median household income of $72,005, and a median home value of $169,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.