ZIP Code 53151, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53151 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53151 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 32,824. The land area covers 17.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,824 | ±756 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,958 | ±552 | 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 | 14,410 | ±526 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,958 | ±552 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 452 | ±209 |
| Median Home Value | $371,200 | ±$10,781 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,443 | ±$52 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,176 | ±$4,203 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,627 | ±$3,076 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±0.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,144 | ±247 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,072 | ±692 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±0.7% |
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: 417,029 (2024)
ID: 136514
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
515 W MORELAND BLVD, STE G72, WAUKESHA WI 53188-2428
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartland, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Pewaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Shorewood, 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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VICI Beauty School
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College | 2.3 mi away | 4111 S. 108th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228 |
4144251700
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NEW BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 15105 LIBRARY LN., NEW BERLIN, WI, 53151 |
(262) 785-4980
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Ottawa University-Milwaukee
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College | 4.0 mi away | 245 South Executive Drive, Suite 340, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2628790200
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HALES CORNERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 5885 S. 116TH ST., HALES CORNERS, WI, 53130 |
(414) 529-6150
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Herzing University-Brookfield
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College | 4.3 mi away | 15895 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2626491710
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MUSKEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | S73 W16663 JANESVILLE RD., MUSKEGO, WI, 53150 |
(262) 971-2119
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Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology
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College | 5.1 mi away | 7335 S Hwy 100, Franklin, WI, 53132 |
4144258300
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ELM GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 13600 JUNEAU BLVD., ELM GROVE, WI, 53122 |
(262) 782-6717
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Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa
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College | 5.3 mi away | 10950 W Potter Road, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226 |
4143027000
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WEST ALLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 7421 W. NATIONAL AVE., WEST ALLIS, WI, 53214 |
(414) 302-8501
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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 HALES CORNERS/WHITNALL PARK/BO, WI US, located 4.2 miles from ZCTA5 53151. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.8° | 12.2° | 21.0° | 1.80" | — |
| February | 33.3° | 14.6° | 23.9° | 1.87" | — |
| March | 44.1° | 23.9° | 34.0° | 2.07" | — |
| April | 56.0° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 4.10" | — |
| May | 68.1° | 45.5° | 56.8° | 4.28" | — |
| June | 77.7° | 55.9° | 66.8° | 5.63" | — |
| July | 82.8° | 60.5° | 71.7° | 3.75" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 59.2° | 70.1° | 3.79" | — |
| September | 74.2° | 51.3° | 62.7° | 3.77" | — |
| October | 61.5° | 39.7° | 50.6° | 3.01" | — |
| November | 46.5° | 28.5° | 37.5° | 2.28" | — |
| December | 35.0° | 18.3° | 26.7° | 2.09" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Berlin city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Hales Corners village | Village | 3.2 mi | — |
| West Allis city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Greenfield city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Elm Grove village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Greendale village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53151. • 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.