| ZIP Code | 54911 |
|---|---|
| City | Appleton |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Outagamie County |
| Area Code | 274/920 |
| Elevation | 749 ft |
| Latitude | 44.281533 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.381003 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55087 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.8% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 288 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,125 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 1,641 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 2,317 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,116 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,562 (34.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,747 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $199,100 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,010/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,171 |
| Vacant Units | 694 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,171 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 694 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 54911 is located in Appleton, Wisconsin, within Outagamie County. With a population of 25,598, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 54911 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,747 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54911 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $199,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,010 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.6%) and renters (40.5%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 54911 is primarily White (81.81%). Residents are well-educated — 47.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54911 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 54911 in Appleton, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,598 residents, a median household income of $66,747, and a median home value of $199,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.