US ZIP Code
54771

Thorp, WI

Clark County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 4,291 Population ↓ 2% since 2019
💰 $66,955 Median HH Income
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎂 36.8 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $178,300 Median Home Value
▼ 36% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 30.9% College Grads
▼ 20% below avg
📊 2.1% Unemployment
▼ 58% below avg ↓ 14% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54771
CityThorp
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyClark County
Area Code715
Elevation1,204 ft
Latitude44.92394
Longitude-90.80674
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55019
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.6% (2,169) Female 49.5% (2,122) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 95.3%Hispanic: 2.2%Black: 0.3%Asian: 0.3%Other: 1.8%Race
White95.3%
Hispanic2.2%
Black0.3%
Asian0.3%
Other1.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
24%
18–24
8%
25–44
22%
45–64
21%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.88
Below Poverty8.5% ▼ 15% below avg
College Grads30.9% ▼ 20% below avg
Unemployment2.1% ▼ 58% below avg
No HS Diploma21 (1%)
HS Graduate972 (46.5%)
Some College195 (9.3%)
Associates258 (12.3%)
Bachelors300 (14.3%)
Graduate Degree346 (16.5%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 46.5%Some College: 9.3%Associates: 12.3%Bachelors: 14.3%Graduate: 16.5%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad46.5%
Some College9.3%
Associates12.3%
Bachelors14.3%
Graduate16.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 81.4%Renter: 18.7%Tenure
Owner81.4%
Renter18.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
9%
$50k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
20%
$200k–300k
18%
$300k–500k
16%
Over $500k
8%

Financials

Median HH Income$66,955 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Median Home Value$178,300 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$861/mo ↑ 43% since 2019
Total Units1,549
Vacant Units85
Avg HH Size2.88

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
24%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
15%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
77%
Walked
10%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
49%
15–30 min
24%
30–45 min
10%
Over 45 min
18%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
11%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units1,549
Vacant85
Owner Occupied81.4%
Renter Occupied18.7%
Avg HH Size2.88
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54771 is in Thorp, WI, in Clark County.
ZIP code 54771 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54771 is in Clark County, WI.
ZIP 54771 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54771 is 4,291 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54771 is $66,955 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54771 is $178,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54771

ZIP code 54771 is located in Thorp, Wisconsin, within Clark County. With a population of 4,291, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 54771 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,955 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54771 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $178,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $861 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 54771 is primarily White (95.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54771 stands at 2.1%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.

Overall, ZIP code 54771 in Thorp, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,291 residents, a median household income of $66,955, and a median home value of $178,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.