ZIP Code 53121, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Walworth County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,551. The land area covers 114.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,551 | ±477 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,667 | ±422 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 8,460 | ±400 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,667 | ±422 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 | ±125 |
| Median Home Value | $313,500 | ±$22,554 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,054 | ±$115 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $85,643 | ±$6,902 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,804 | ±$3,107 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,073 | ±306 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,159 | ±526 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 106,029 (2024)
ID: 136513
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR/CORPORATION COU
PO BOX 1001, ELKHORN WI 53121-1001
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lake Geneva, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Walworth, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Genoa City, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Burlington, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Burlington, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Elkhorn, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Lake Geneva, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mukwonago, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Burlington, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Darien, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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College | 13.3 mi away | 800 W Main St, Whitewater, WI, 53190-1790 |
2624721234
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MATHESON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 101 N. WISCONSIN ST., ELKHORN, WI, 53121 |
(262) 723-2678
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Shepherds College
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College | 24.1 mi away | 1805 15th Avenue, Union Grove, WI, 53182 |
26287856200
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EAST TROY LIONS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 3094 GRAYDON AVE., EAST TROY, WI, 53120 |
(262) 642-6262
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ARAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 830 E. GENEVA STREET, SUITE B, DELAVAN, WI, 53115 |
(262) 728-3111
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BARRETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 65 W. GENEVA ST., WILLIAMS BAY, WI, 53191 |
(262) 245-2709
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LAKE GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 918 W. MAIN ST., LAKE GENEVA, WI, 53147 |
(262) 249-5299
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POWERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 115 W. MAIN ST., PALMYRA, WI, 53156 |
(262) 495-4605
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ALICE BAKER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 820 E. MAIN ST., EAGLE, WI, 53119 |
(262) 594-2800
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FONTANA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 166 2ND AVE., FONTANA, WI, 53125 |
(262) 275-5107
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DELAVAN WWTP, WI US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 53121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.2° | 13.4° | 21.3° | 1.56" | — |
| February | 32.6° | 16.0° | 24.3° | 1.67" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 24.9° | 34.3° | 1.97" | — |
| April | 57.0° | 35.7° | 46.4° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 68.8° | 46.9° | 57.9° | 4.19" | — |
| June | 79.0° | 56.8° | 67.9° | 4.96" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 60.8° | 71.9° | 3.79" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 58.9° | 70.0° | 3.87" | — |
| September | 74.2° | 51.2° | 62.7° | 3.74" | — |
| October | 60.8° | 39.5° | 50.2° | 2.89" | — |
| November | 46.2° | 28.9° | 37.6° | 2.61" | — |
| December | 34.5° | 19.6° | 27.1° | 1.83" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Lauderdale Lakes CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Turtle Lake CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Como CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Delavan city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Springfield CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53121. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.