ZIP Code 53188, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53188 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53188 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,892. The land area covers 26.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,892 | ±1,283 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,693 | ±529 | 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 | 14,983 | ±533 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,693 | ±529 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 290 | ±167 |
| Median Home Value | $348,600 | ±$8,681 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,268 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,409 | ±$4,563 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,556 | ±$1,804 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,052 | ±756 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,508 | ±845 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±0.9% |
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-05 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Oconomowoc, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Colgate, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartland, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Pewaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Waukesha, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Muskego, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Menomonee Falls, 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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Carroll University
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College | 3.5 mi away | 100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186 |
2625471211
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WAUKESHA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 321 WISCONSIN AVE., WAUKESHA, WI, 53186 |
(262) 524-3680
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Waukesha County Technical College
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College | 4.1 mi away | 800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI, 53072-4601 |
2626915566
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PEWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 210 MAIN ST., PEWAUKEE, WI, 53072 |
(262) 691-5670
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Nashotah House
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College | 7.9 mi away | 2777 Mission Rd, Nashotah, WI, 53058-9793 |
2626466500
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DELAFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 500 GENESEE ST., DELAFIELD, WI, 53018 |
(262) 646-6230
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Ottawa University-Milwaukee
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College | 9.1 mi away | 245 South Executive Drive, Suite 340, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2628790200
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HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 110 E. PARK AVE., HARTLAND, WI, 53029 |
(262) 367-3350
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Herzing University-Brookfield
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College | 9.3 mi away | 15895 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2626491710
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PAULINE HAASS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | N64W23820 MAIN ST., SUSSEX, WI, 53089 |
(262) 246-5180
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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 WAUKESHA WWTP, WI US, located 2.4 miles from ZCTA5 53188. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.7° | 11.6° | 19.7° | 1.60" | 10.4" |
| February | 31.5° | 14.6° | 23.0° | 1.71" | 10.1" |
| March | 43.0° | 24.0° | 33.5° | 1.93" | 4.6" |
| April | 55.3° | 34.8° | 45.1° | 3.65" | 1.1" |
| May | 67.3° | 45.8° | 56.6° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.4° | 55.6° | 66.5° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.4° | 60.3° | 70.9° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.8° | 58.9° | 69.4° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 51.1° | 62.0° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.0° | 39.8° | 49.9° | 2.92" | 0.1" |
| November | 45.0° | 28.3° | 36.7° | 2.15" | 1.8" |
| December | 33.0° | 18.1° | 25.5° | 1.70" | 8.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wales village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Pewaukee city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Waukesha village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| Pewaukee village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Delafield city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53188. • 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.