| ZIP Code | 54810 |
|---|---|
| City | Balsam Lake |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Polk County |
| Area Code | 534/715 |
| Elevation | 1,181 ft |
| Latitude | 45.457219 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.388369 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55095 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 818 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 224 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 230 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 312 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 485 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,842 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,047/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,175 |
| Vacant Units | 995 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,175 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 995 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 54810 is located in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, within Polk County. With a population of 2,911, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 54810 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,842 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54810 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $258,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,047 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 54810 is primarily White (91.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54810 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 54810 in Balsam Lake, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,911 residents, a median household income of $66,842, and a median home value of $258,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.