US ZIP Code
54536

Iron Belt, WI

Iron County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 158 Population ↓ 7% since 2019
💰 $56,000 Median HH Income
▼ 27% below avg ↑ 79% since 2019
🎂 51.5 Median Age ↑ 10% since 2019
🏠 $65,400 Median Home Value
▼ 77% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019
🎓 27.6% College Grads
▼ 29% below avg
📊 4.3% Unemployment
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54536
CityIron Belt
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyIron County
Area Code715
Elevation1,631 ft
Latitude46.347698
Longitude-90.338071
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55051
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 62.0% (98) Female 38.0% (60) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 95.6%Other: 4.4%Race
White95.6%
Other4.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
10%
18–24
3%
25–44
14%
45–64
34%
65+
13%

Key Indicators

Median Age51.5 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.88
Below Poverty6.3% ▼ 37% below avg
College Grads27.6% ▼ 29% below avg
Unemployment4.3% ▼ 12% below avg
HS Graduate56 (44.1%)
Some College26 (20.5%)
Associates10 (7.9%)
Bachelors20 (15.7%)
Graduate Degree15 (11.8%)

Education

HS Grad: 44.1%Some College: 20.5%Associates: 7.9%Bachelors: 15.7%Graduate: 11.8%Edu
HS Grad44.1%
Some College20.5%
Associates7.9%
Bachelors15.7%
Graduate11.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 90.5%Renter: 9.5%Tenure
Owner90.5%
Renter9.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
29%
$50k–100k
39%
$100k–150k
9%
$150k–200k
7%
$200k–300k
1%
$300k–500k
3%
Over $500k
12%

Financials

Median HH Income$56,000 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 79% since 2019
Median Home Value$65,400 ▼ 77% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units160
Vacant Units76
Avg HH Size1.88

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
19%
$50k–75k
35%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
97%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
2%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
35%
15–30 min
24%
30–45 min
18%
Over 45 min
23%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
9%
1960s–1970s
23%
1980s–1990s
9%
2000+
55%

Summary

Total Units160
Vacant76
Owner Occupied90.5%
Renter Occupied9.5%
Avg HH Size1.88
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54536 is in Iron Belt, WI, in Iron County.
ZIP code 54536 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54536 is in Iron County, WI.
ZIP 54536 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54536 is 158 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54536 is $56,000 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54536 is $65,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54536

ZIP code 54536 is located in Iron Belt, Wisconsin, within Iron County. With a population of 158, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.5 years. Economically, 54536 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,000 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54536 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $65,400 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 90.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.

The population of 54536 is primarily White (95.57%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 79% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54536 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 93%.

Overall, ZIP code 54536 in Iron Belt, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 158 residents, a median household income of $56,000, and a median home value of $65,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.