Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.0% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 186 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,120 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 2,689 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 2,046 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,601 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,713 (17.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,028 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $178,377 ▼ 36% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $787/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,328 |
| Vacant Units | 4,114 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Waushara County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,078 residents. With a median age of 49.18, it is a mature county.
Waushara County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,028 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Waushara County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $178,377 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $787. Homeownership rates are high at 81.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Waushara County are primarily White (86.64%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Waushara County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54930 | Coloma | 1,835 | $77,266 | $181,800 | $824 | 4.3% | 27.3% |
| 54943 | Hancock | 2,335 | $59,500 | $205,300 | $683 | 9.3% | 22.7% |
| 54965 | Pine River | 1,253 | $68,409 | $189,800 | $925 | 4.6% | 29.4% |
| 54966 | Plainfield | 2,155 | $64,250 | $152,500 | $800 | 6.1% | 24.3% |
| 54967 | Poy Sippi | 458 | $49,566 | $183,700 | $475 | 1.5% | 37.6% |
| 54970 | Redgranite | 3,916 | $64,653 | $150,900 | $823 | 2.5% | 18.7% |
| 54982 | Wautoma | 6,881 | $63,814 | $183,400 | $752 | 4.2% | 33.7% |
| 54984 | Wild Rose | 3,245 | $59,702 | $191,600 | $856 | 3.4% | 31.7% |