US ZIP Code
54911

Appleton, WI

Outagamie County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 25,598 Population ↓ 3% since 2019
💰 $66,747 Median HH Income
▼ 13% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019
🎂 36.3 Median Age
🏠 $199,100 Median Home Value
▼ 29% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019
🎓 47.8% College Grads
▲ 23% above avg
📊 2.9% Unemployment
▼ 40% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54911
CityAppleton
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyOutagamie County
Area Code274/920
Elevation749 ft
Latitude44.281533
Longitude-88.381003
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55087
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.2% (12,840) Female 49.8% (12,758) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 81.8%Hispanic: 6.8%Black: 2.1%Asian: 5.6%Other: 3.2%Race
White81.8%
Hispanic6.8%
Black2.1%
Asian5.6%
Other3.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
16%
18–24
13%
25–44
26%
45–64
23%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.3 yrs
Avg Household Size2.26
Below Poverty7.9% ▼ 21% below avg
College Grads47.8% ▲ 23% above avg
Unemployment2.9% ▼ 40% below avg
No HS Diploma288 (1.8%)
HS Graduate4,125 (25.7%)
Some College1,641 (10.2%)
Associates2,317 (14.4%)
Bachelors2,116 (13.2%)
Graduate Degree5,562 (34.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.8%HS Grad: 25.7%Some College: 10.2%Associates: 14.4%Bachelors: 13.2%Graduate: 34.7%Edu
No HS1.8%
HS Grad25.7%
Some College10.2%
Associates14.4%
Bachelors13.2%
Graduate34.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 59.6%Renter: 40.5%Tenure
Owner59.6%
Renter40.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
32%
$200k–300k
33%
$300k–500k
14%
Over $500k
2%

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 Ratio3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,010/mo ↑ 25% since 2019
Total Units11,171
Vacant Units694
Avg HH Size2.26

Income Distribution

Under $25k
16%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
78%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
8%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
49%
15–30 min
36%
30–45 min
11%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
5%
1940s–1950s
18%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
5%
2000+
60%

Summary

Total Units11,171
Vacant694
Owner Occupied59.6%
Renter Occupied40.5%
Avg HH Size2.26
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54911 is in Appleton, WI, in Outagamie County.
ZIP code 54911 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54911 is in Outagamie County, WI.
ZIP 54911 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54911 is 25,598 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54911 is $66,747 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54911 is $199,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54911

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.