US ZIP Code
54511

Argonne, WI

Forest County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 1,375 Population ↑ 12% since 2019
💰 $64,405 Median HH Income
▼ 16% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 53.1 Median Age ↑ 9% since 2019
🏠 $154,300 Median Home Value
▼ 45% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎓 25.8% College Grads
▼ 33% below avg
📊 3.6% Unemployment
▼ 27% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54511
CityArgonne
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyForest County
Area Code715
Elevation1,610 ft
Latitude45.737476
Longitude-88.823136
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55041
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 57.6% (792) Female 42.4% (583) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 91.1%Hispanic: 1%Black: 0.4%Other: 3.2%Race
White91.1%
Hispanic1.0%
Black0.4%
Other3.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
11%
18–24
6%
25–44
18%
45–64
30%
65+
14%

Key Indicators

Median Age53.1 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.30
Below Poverty4.2% ▼ 59% below avg
College Grads25.8% ▼ 33% below avg
Unemployment3.6% ▼ 27% below avg
No HS Diploma6 (0.6%)
HS Graduate397 (40.3%)
Some College156 (15.8%)
Associates172 (17.5%)
Bachelors123 (12.5%)
Graduate Degree131 (13.3%)

Education

No HS: 0.6%HS Grad: 40.3%Some College: 15.8%Associates: 17.5%Bachelors: 12.5%Graduate: 13.3%Edu
No HS0.6%
HS Grad40.3%
Some College15.8%
Associates17.5%
Bachelors12.5%
Graduate13.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 92%Renter: 8%Tenure
Owner92.0%
Renter8.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
10%
$50k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
13%
$200k–300k
28%
$300k–500k
7%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$64,405 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Median Home Value$154,300 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$675/mo
Total Units1,483
Vacant Units885
Avg HH Size2.30

Income Distribution

Under $25k
11%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
34%
$75k–100k
19%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
2%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
36%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
12%
Over 45 min
21%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
16%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
58%

Summary

Total Units1,483
Vacant885
Owner Occupied92.0%
Renter Occupied8.0%
Avg HH Size2.30
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54511 is in Argonne, WI, in Forest County.
ZIP code 54511 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54511 is in Forest County, WI.
ZIP 54511 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54511 is 1,375 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54511 is $64,405 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54511 is $154,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54511

ZIP code 54511 is located in Argonne, Wisconsin, within Forest County. With a population of 1,375, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.1 years. Economically, 54511 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,405 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54511 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $154,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $675 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.

The population of 54511 is primarily White (91.05%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54511 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 54511 in Argonne, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,375 residents, a median household income of $64,405, and a median home value of $154,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.