| ZIP Code | 54855 |
|---|---|
| City | Marengo |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Ashland County |
| Area Code | 534/715 |
| Elevation | 1,279 ft |
| Latitude | 46.382631 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.82752 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.87 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 202 (40.3%) |
| Some College | 32 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 49 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 110 (22%) |
| Graduate Degree | 104 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,250 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $191,400 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $745/mo ↓ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 374 |
| Vacant Units | 62 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 374 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 62 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
ZIP code 54855 is located in Marengo, Wisconsin, within Ashland County. With a population of 896, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 54855 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,250 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54855 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $191,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $745 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 54855 is primarily White (95.20%). Residents are well-educated — 42.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54855 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 54855 in Marengo, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 896 residents, a median household income of $57,250, and a median home value of $191,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.