US ZIP Code
54738

Eleva, WI

Trempealeau County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 3,759 Population ↑ 15% since 2019
💰 $93,875 Median HH Income
▲ 23% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019
🎂 38.2 Median Age ↓ 11% since 2019
🏠 $277,400 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019
🎓 52.1% College Grads
▲ 34% above avg
📊 1.0% Unemployment
▼ 79% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54738
CityEleva
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyTrempealeau County
Area Code534/715
Elevation935 ft
Latitude44.588292
Longitude-91.488813
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55035
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 56.1% (2,110) Female 43.9% (1,649) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 88.6%Hispanic: 10%Black: 0.1%Asian: 0.1%Other: 1.1%Race
White88.6%
Hispanic10.0%
Black0.1%
Asian0.1%
Other1.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
25%
18–24
7%
25–44
25%
45–64
22%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.2 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.94
Below Poverty6.4% ▼ 36% below avg
College Grads52.1% ▲ 34% above avg
Unemployment1.0% ▼ 79% below avg
No HS Diploma3 (0.1%)
HS Graduate693 (31%)
Some College142 (6.4%)
Associates233 (10.4%)
Bachelors505 (22.6%)
Graduate Degree659 (29.5%)

Education

No HS: 0.1%HS Grad: 31%Some College: 6.4%Associates: 10.4%Bachelors: 22.6%Graduate: 29.5%Edu
No HS0.1%
HS Grad31.0%
Some College6.4%
Associates10.4%
Bachelors22.6%
Graduate29.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 72.2%Renter: 27.8%Tenure
Owner72.2%
Renter27.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
5%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
9%
$200k–300k
29%
$300k–500k
23%
Over $500k
22%

Financials

Median HH Income$93,875 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019
Median Home Value$277,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$872/mo ↑ 22% since 2019
Total Units1,349
Vacant Units76
Avg HH Size2.94

Income Distribution

Under $25k
9%
$25k–50k
12%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
25%
$150k–200k
12%
Over $200k
11%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
88%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
10%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
45%
15–30 min
26%
30–45 min
20%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
20%
2000+
63%

Summary

Total Units1,349
Vacant76
Owner Occupied72.2%
Renter Occupied27.8%
Avg HH Size2.94
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54738 is in Eleva, WI, in Trempealeau County.
ZIP code 54738 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54738 is in Trempealeau County, WI.
ZIP 54738 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54738 is 3,759 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54738 is $93,875 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54738 is $277,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54738

ZIP code 54738 is located in Eleva, Wisconsin, within Trempealeau County. With a population of 3,759, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 54738 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,875 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54738 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $277,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $872 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.

The population of 54738 is primarily White (88.64%). Residents are well-educated — 52.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54738 stands at 1.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.

Overall, ZIP code 54738 in Eleva, WI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,759 residents, a median household income of $93,875, and a median home value of $277,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.