ZIP Code 53221, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53221 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53221 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,044. The land area covers 9.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,044 | ±2,043 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,293 | ±740 | 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 | 16,865 | ±732 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,293 | ±740 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 572 | ±226 |
| Median Home Value | $219,600 | ±$8,263 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,119 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,265 | ±$5,431 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,103 | ±$2,095 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,524 | ±1,072 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,914 | ±1,410 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.2% | ±2.1% |
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: 924,740 (2024)
ID: 136508
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF STAFF, MILWAUKEE COUNTY BOA
901 N 9TH ST, STE 201, MILWAUKEE WI 53233-1417
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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 | PK-06 | Shorewood, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Milwaukee, 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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Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee
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College Vocational | 0.9 mi away | 5655 South 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53221 |
8009204593
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GREENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 5310 W. LAYTON AVE., GREENFIELD, WI, 53220 |
(414) 321-9595
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Alverno College
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College | 2.3 mi away | 3400 S 43rd St, Milwaukee, WI, 53234-3922 |
4143826000
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TIPPECANOE BRANCH
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 3912 S. HOWELL AVE., MILWAUKEE, WI, 53207 |
(414) 286-3000
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VICI Beauty School
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College | 5.5 mi away | 4111 S. 108th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228 |
4144251700
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ZABLOCKI BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3501 W. OKLAHOMA AVE., MILWAUKEE, WI, 53215 |
(414) 286-3000
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Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
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College | 5.6 mi away | 273 E Erie St, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-6003 |
4148473200
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GREENDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 5647 BROAD ST., GREENDALE, WI, 53129 |
(414) 423-2136
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The Institute of Beauty and Wellness
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 327 East Saint Paul Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-0000 |
4142272889
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ST. FRANCIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 4230 S. NICHOLSON AVE., ST. FRANCIS, WI, 53235 |
(414) 481-7323
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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 MILWAUKEE MITCHELL AP, WI US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 53221. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 17.2° | 24.0° | 1.79" | 14.9" |
| February | 34.2° | 20.0° | 27.1° | 1.69" | 11.8" |
| March | 44.2° | 28.7° | 36.4° | 2.20" | 6.7" |
| April | 54.7° | 37.8° | 46.3° | 3.86" | 2.1" |
| May | 66.5° | 47.8° | 57.1° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.8° | 58.4° | 67.6° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.9° | 64.7° | 73.3° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 64.2° | 72.3° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.5° | 56.4° | 65.0° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.3° | 44.7° | 53.0° | 2.78" | 0.3" |
| November | 47.8° | 33.1° | 40.4° | 2.24" | 2.5" |
| December | 36.1° | 23.0° | 29.5° | 1.88" | 10.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greendale village | Village | 3.1 mi | — |
| Greenfield city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| St. Francis city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Cudahy city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| West Milwaukee village | Village | 4.3 mi | — |
| South Milwaukee city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53221. • 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.