| ZIP Code | 54981 |
|---|---|
| City | Waupaca |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waupaca County |
| Area Code | 534/715 |
| Elevation | 877 ft |
| Latitude | 44.322675 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.131481 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55135 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,902 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 1,283 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 1,447 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,125 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,097 (28.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,821 ≈ Avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $204,100 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $800/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,253 |
| Vacant Units | 1,483 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,253 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,483 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 54981 is located in Waupaca, Wisconsin, within Waupaca County. With a population of 15,064, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 54981 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,821 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54981 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $204,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $800 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 54981 is primarily White (92.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54981 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 54981 in Waupaca, WI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,064 residents, a median household income of $76,821, and a median home value of $204,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.