ZIP Code 53965, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 53965 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 53965 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Adams County / Columbia County / Juneau County / Sauk County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,818. The land area covers 168.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,818 | ±702 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,826 | ±322 | 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 | 6,695 | ±375 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,826 | ±322 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,869 | ±279 |
| Median Home Value | $227,000 | ±$12,779 |
| Median Gross Rent | $956 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,667 | ±$3,233 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,566 | ±$3,275 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,267 | ±224 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,166 | ±368 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±3.8% |
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: 21,352 (2024)
ID: 136500
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 278, FRIENDSHIP WI 53934-0278
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Reedsburg, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baraboo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Baraboo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Baraboo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baraboo, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baraboo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Endeavor, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baraboo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Delton, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 129 S. FRANKLIN AVE., OXFORD, WI, 53952 |
(608) 586-4458
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CARNEGIE-SCHADDE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 230 FOURTH AVE., BARABOO, WI, 53913 |
(608) 356-6166
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ENDEAVOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 400 CHURCH ST., ENDEAVOR, WI, 53930 |
(608) 587-2902
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NORTH FREEDOM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 105 N. MAPLE ST., NORTH FREEDOM, WI, 53951 |
(608) 522-4571
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ROCK SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 251 RAILROAD ST., ROCK SPRINGS, WI, 53961 |
(608) 737-1063
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PACKWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | N3511 STATE ST., PACKWAUKEE, WI, 53953 |
(608) 589-5202
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REEDSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 370 VINE ST., REEDSBURG, WI, 53959 |
(608) 768-7323
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PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 253 W. EDGEWATER ST., PORTAGE, WI, 53901 |
(608) 742-4959
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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 WISCONSIN DELLS, WI US, located 4.4 miles from ZCTA5 53965. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.4° | 8.0° | 17.2° | 1.32" | 11.5" |
| February | 31.4° | 10.9° | 21.2° | 1.38" | 10.2" |
| March | 43.3° | 21.8° | 32.5° | 2.28" | 5.9" |
| April | 56.8° | 33.2° | 45.0° | 4.08" | 2.0" |
| May | 69.4° | 45.2° | 57.3° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 55.6° | 67.2° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 59.6° | 71.0° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.5° | 57.2° | 68.9° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.1° | 48.6° | 60.9° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.6° | 36.8° | 48.2° | 2.82" | 0.4" |
| November | 44.3° | 25.9° | 35.1° | 2.23" | 2.0" |
| December | 31.9° | 15.2° | 23.5° | 1.77" | 8.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Dells city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Lake Delton village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Lyndon Station village | Village | 7.7 mi | — |
| Briggsville CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Easton CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Oxford village | Village | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 53965. • 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.