Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 18.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9,764 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 134,499 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 46,981 (10%) |
| Associates | 74,997 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 39,315 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 162,768 (34.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,330 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $203,369 ▼ 27% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,071/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 361,614 |
| Vacant Units | 32,775 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Milwaukee is a city in Wisconsin, located in Milwaukee County. The city spans 41 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 785,981 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 34.48 years.
Economically, Milwaukee is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $61,330 is below the national average. Approximately 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Milwaukee is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $203,369, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,070 per month.
The population of Milwaukee is well-educated. 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.3%.
Milwaukee, WI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Wisconsin. Spread across 41 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53202 | 26,269 | $68,482 | $298,000 | $1,234 | 4.8% | 70.8% | 20.9% |
| 53203 | 2,077 | $84,005 | $334,600 | $1,671 | 2.1% | 79.4% | 13.9% |
| 53204 | 40,008 | $43,645 | $106,000 | $964 | 5.6% | 24.8% | 26.5% |
| 53205 | 9,091 | $30,300 | $122,100 | $803 | 12.0% | 32.3% | 27.9% |
| 53206 | 20,219 | $28,995 | $70,800 | $998 | 10.9% | 19.6% | 32.7% |
| 53207 | 34,536 | $79,576 | $228,500 | $1,145 | 3.3% | 53.6% | 60.1% |
| 53208 | 27,407 | $50,585 | $196,300 | $924 | 5.9% | 41.8% | 39.7% |
| 53209 | 44,963 | $45,288 | $150,200 | $980 | 8.7% | 34.2% | 41.7% |
| 53210 | 24,605 | $45,268 | $153,400 | $1,044 | 8.3% | 32.2% | 41.9% |
| 53211 | 34,427 | $76,206 | $413,500 | $1,225 | 3.6% | 77.7% | 40.8% |
| 53212 | 29,099 | $42,679 | $204,300 | $1,038 | 7.9% | 44.7% | 32.4% |
| 53213 | 26,293 | $94,144 | $311,200 | $1,228 | 1.8% | 69.0% | 57.3% |
| 53214 | 35,010 | $62,712 | $178,600 | $999 | 3.9% | 38.3% | 54.3% |
| 53215 | 58,375 | $49,207 | $148,400 | $933 | 4.5% | 22.5% | 47.2% |
| 53216 | 29,772 | $43,466 | $122,800 | $970 | 6.9% | 29.4% | 45.3% |
| 53217 | 30,381 | $132,044 | $426,100 | $1,519 | 2.8% | 80.0% | 76.0% |
| 53218 | 40,581 | $42,207 | $122,200 | $1,034 | 9.5% | 21.0% | 41.9% |
| 53219 | 34,855 | $70,998 | $190,300 | $971 | 4.3% | 36.1% | 63.5% |
| 53220 | 27,678 | $69,301 | $218,800 | $1,063 | 2.6% | 38.4% | 57.1% |
| 53221 | 38,428 | $61,640 | $205,500 | $1,071 | 4.2% | 36.4% | 57.4% |
| 53222 | 24,400 | $73,523 | $202,100 | $1,026 | 2.6% | 52.5% | 66.7% |
| 53223 | 29,287 | $60,477 | $184,300 | $1,071 | 6.9% | 40.8% | 51.8% |
| 53224 | 21,445 | $69,727 | $194,600 | $1,160 | 5.2% | 34.6% | 51.3% |
| 53225 | 25,277 | $54,433 | $174,500 | $1,094 | 7.1% | 30.1% | 40.7% |
| 53226 | 18,893 | $86,361 | $301,400 | $1,348 | 1.9% | 68.1% | 57.2% |
| 53227 | 22,988 | $71,594 | $214,300 | $1,057 | 2.5% | 40.2% | 48.5% |
| 53228 | 15,084 | $75,288 | $254,700 | $1,220 | 2.0% | 46.3% | 53.7% |
| 53233 | 14,412 | $20,306 | $132,900 | $846 | 6.9% | 23.4% | 3.3% |