US ZIP Code
54458

Nelsonville, WI

Portage County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 135 Population ↑ 38% since 2019
💰 $65,250 Median HH Income
▼ 14% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 28.8 Median Age ↓ 19% since 2019
🏠 $139,600 Median Home Value
▼ 50% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
🎓 51.5% College Grads
▲ 33% above avg
📊 2.4% Unemployment
▼ 52% below avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54458
CityNelsonville
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyPortage County
Area Code534/715
Elevation1,082 ft
Latitude44.497118
Longitude-89.306142
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55097
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 43.0% (58) Female 57.0% (77) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 100%Race
White100.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
21%
18–24
18%
25–44
20%
45–64
18%
65+
11%

Key Indicators

Median Age28.8 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.45
Below Poverty6.7% ▼ 33% below avg
College Grads51.5% ▲ 33% above avg
Unemployment2.4% ▼ 52% below avg
HS Graduate15 (22.1%)
Some College9 (13.2%)
Associates9 (13.2%)
Bachelors7 (10.3%)
Graduate Degree28 (41.2%)

Education

HS Grad: 22.1%Some College: 13.2%Associates: 13.2%Bachelors: 10.3%Graduate: 41.2%Edu
HS Grad22.1%
Some College13.2%
Associates13.2%
Bachelors10.3%
Graduate41.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 78.2%Renter: 21.8%Tenure
Owner78.2%
Renter21.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
37%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
21%
$200k–300k
5%
$300k–500k
19%

Financials

Median HH Income$65,250 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$139,600 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$875/mo ↑ 24% since 2019
Total Units59
Vacant Units4
Avg HH Size2.45

Income Distribution

Under $25k
5%
$25k–50k
4%
$50k–75k
51%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
15%
Over $200k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
78%
Walked
16%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
59%
15–30 min
34%
30–45 min
3%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
4%
2000+
78%

Summary

Total Units59
Vacant4
Owner Occupied78.2%
Renter Occupied21.8%
Avg HH Size2.45
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54458 is in Nelsonville, WI, in Portage County.
ZIP code 54458 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54458 is in Portage County, WI.
ZIP 54458 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54458 is 135 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54458 is $65,250 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54458 is $139,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54458

ZIP code 54458 is located in Nelsonville, Wisconsin, within Portage County. With a population of 135, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.8 years. Economically, 54458 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,250 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54458 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $139,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $875 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.

The population of 54458 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 51.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54458 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.

Overall, ZIP code 54458 in Nelsonville, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 135 residents, a median household income of $65,250, and a median home value of $139,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.