Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.7% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,699 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 3,198 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 4,351 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,995 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,949 (35.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,822 ▲ 20% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $315,381 ▲ 13% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,046/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,137 |
| Vacant Units | 1,401 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pierce County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 49,808 residents. With a median age of 38.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Pierce County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $91,821 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.3% is near the national average.
Housing in Pierce County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $315,381 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,045. Homeownership rates are high at 75.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pierce County are primarily White (91.97%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Pierce County, WI is a middle-income area in Wisconsin. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54723 | Bay City | 1,020 | $83,750 | $181,600 | $875 | 1.2% | 33.2% |
| 54003 | Beldenville | 979 | $94,167 | $321,800 | — | 2.5% | 38.7% |
| 54011 | Ellsworth | 6,910 | $86,442 | $277,700 | $976 | 2.3% | 37.9% |
| 54740 | Elmwood | 1,858 | $75,505 | $225,800 | $853 | 1.4% | 34.1% |
| 54014 | Hager City | 2,018 | $98,512 | $285,200 | $993 | 4.9% | 36.8% |
| 54750 | Maiden Rock | 1,025 | $96,250 | $269,100 | $925 | 1.7% | 32.2% |
| 54761 | Plum City | 1,135 | $68,750 | $186,500 | $783 | 4.2% | 27.9% |
| 54021 | Prescott | 7,341 | $107,096 | $344,600 | $1,285 | 1.3% | 48.7% |
| 54022 | River Falls | 24,245 | $91,292 | $349,700 | $1,059 | 3.8% | 57.5% |
| 54767 | Spring Valley | 3,277 | $86,417 | $243,700 | $881 | 3.8% | 42.0% |