| ZIP Code | 54891 |
|---|---|
| City | Washburn |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Bayfield County |
| Area Code | 534/715 |
| Elevation | 1,209 ft |
| Latitude | 46.697766 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.971168 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 572 (23.6%) |
| Some College | 202 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 343 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 293 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,011 (41.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,298 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $200,600 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $788/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,736 |
| Vacant Units | 281 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,736 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 281 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 54891 is located in Washburn, Wisconsin, within Bayfield County. With a population of 3,327, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.9 years. Economically, 54891 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,298 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54891 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $200,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $788 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 18% since 2019.
The population of 54891 is primarily White (85.54%). Residents are well-educated — 53.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54891 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 54891 in Washburn, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,327 residents, a median household income of $70,298, and a median home value of $200,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.