| ZIP Code | 54984 |
|---|---|
| City | Wild Rose |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Waushara County |
| Area Code | 274/920 |
| Elevation | 905 ft |
| Latitude | 44.190566 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.223457 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55137 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.7% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,001 (42.3%) |
| Some College | 353 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 241 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 283 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 468 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,702 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $191,600 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $856/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,691 |
| Vacant Units | 1,180 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,691 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,180 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 54984 is located in Wild Rose, Wisconsin, within Waushara County. With a population of 3,245, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.4 years. Economically, 54984 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,702 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54984 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $191,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $856 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 54984 is primarily White (87.24%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54984 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 54984 in Wild Rose, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,245 residents, a median household income of $59,702, and a median home value of $191,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.