ZIP Code 53946, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53946 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53946 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dodge County / Fond du Lac County / Green Lake County / Marquette County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,333. The land area covers 127.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,333 | ±293 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,817 | ±111 | 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 | 2,638 | ±116 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,817 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 821 | ±103 |
| Median Home Value | $245,500 | ±$17,034 |
| Median Gross Rent | $723 | ±$205 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,450 | ±$9,681 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,647 | ±$3,542 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 719 | ±192 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,904 | ±150 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.2% | ±2.5% |
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: 88,635 (2024)
ID: 177057
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DODGE COUNTY CLERK
127 E OAK ST, STOP 1, JUNEAU WI 53039-1329
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brandon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cambria, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cambria, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Fox Lake, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Waupun, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Waupun, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Montello, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Green Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Green Lake, 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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Ripon College
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College | 12.4 mi away | 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI, 54971-0248 |
9207488115
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MARKESAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 75 N. BRIDGE ST., MARKESAN, WI, 53946 |
(920) 398-3434
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Advanced College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.5 mi away | 25 West Main Street, Waupun, WI, 53963-0000 |
9203243427
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MILL POND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 140 N. SOUTH ST., KINGSTON, WI, 53939 |
(920) 394-3281
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CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 518 HILL ST., GREEN LAKE, WI, 54941 |
(920) 294-3572
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 424 W. WATER ST., PRINCETON, WI, 54968 |
(920) 295-6777
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BRANDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 117 E. MAIN ST., BRANDON, WI, 53919 |
(920) 346-2350
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FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 117 W. STATE ST., FOX LAKE, WI, 53933 |
(920) 928-3223
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HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 228 N. HIGH ST., RANDOLPH, WI, 53956 |
(920) 326-4640
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RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 120 JEFFERSON ST., RIPON, WI, 54971 |
(920) 748-6160
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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 MARKESAN, WI US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 53946. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.8° | 8.9° | 17.3° | 1.38" | — |
| February | 29.6° | 10.4° | 20.0° | 1.39" | — |
| March | 41.9° | 21.4° | 31.6° | 2.00" | — |
| April | 55.6° | 32.9° | 44.2° | 3.45" | — |
| May | 68.2° | 45.0° | 56.6° | 4.29" | — |
| June | 77.6° | 55.4° | 66.5° | 4.58" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 58.7° | 70.3° | 4.29" | — |
| August | 79.9° | 56.2° | 68.1° | 4.15" | — |
| September | 72.4° | 48.4° | 60.4° | 3.27" | — |
| October | 59.4° | 36.9° | 48.2° | 2.93" | — |
| November | 43.9° | 26.0° | 34.9° | 2.23" | — |
| December | 31.6° | 15.2° | 23.4° | 1.65" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markesan city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Kingston village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Marquette village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Fairwater village | Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| Green Lake city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Friesland village | Village | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53946. • 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.