ZIP Code 54915: Population, Income, Housing

State: WI
Total population: 44,367 Household income: $87,426 Rent: $1,028

Overview

Total population
44,367
Rent
$1,028
Year built
1984
Household income
$87,426
Per capita income
$43,615
Poverty rate
8.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.4 persons
Rent over 30% of income
36.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Wisconsin
County
Outagamie County
City
Appleton
Total population
44,367
Adults over 25
30,770
Total households
18,204
Household size
2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$87,426
Per capita income
$43,615
Poverty rate
8.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
36.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,028
Year built
1984
Households that rent
28.1%
Households that own
71.9%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
82.9%
Black
2.2%
Asian
6.6%
Two or more races
6.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
5.4%
Not Hispanic or Latino
94.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
21,028 (86.1%)
Commute time to work
20 mins
Work from home
3,387 (13.9%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
21.9%
High school graduate or GED
26.1%
Some college or associate degree
13.6%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
38.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 54915 with: Calumet County, WI Appleton, WI Wisconsin United States

ZIP 54915

Total population44,367
Rent$1,028
Year built1984
Household income$87,426
Per capita income$43,615
Poverty rate8.3%
Unemployment rateN/A

Calumet County, WI

Total population52,942
Rent$1,073
Year built1987
Household income$88,810
Per capita income$44,798
Poverty rate5.9%
Unemployment rate2.2%

Appleton, WI

Total population75,023
Rent$1,030
Year built1971
Household income$80,483
Per capita income$50,397
Poverty rate8.3%
Unemployment rate2.6%

Wisconsin State

Total population5,914,872
Rent$1,087
Year built1975
Household income$77,485
Per capita income$43,373
Poverty rate10.6%
Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP54915 CountyCalumet, WICityAppleton, WIStateWisconsinCountryUnited States
Total population44,36752,94275,0235,914,872334,922,499
Rent$1,028$1,073$1,030$1,087$1,413
Year built19841987197119751980
Household income$87,426$88,810$80,483$77,485$80,734
Per capita income$43,615$44,798$50,397$43,373$44,673
Poverty rate8.3%5.9%8.3%10.6%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A2.2%2.6%3%4%

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Summary for 54915

Rent & Income

In 54915, the typical monthly rent is $1,028 and the typical household income is $87,426. Rent here is similar to Appleton and lower than Wisconsin, and household income is higher than both Appleton and Wisconsin. The estimated poverty rate is 8.3%, which is similar to the Appleton rate and lower than the Wisconsin rate.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 28.1% of households. Around 36.1% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 38.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 54915 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 54915 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 54915 compares in Wisconsin (45 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,028 16 / 45 from lower rent $810 – $1,672
Household income $87,426 15 / 45 from higher income $45,642 – $135,023
Poverty rate 8.3% 17 / 45 from lower poverty 2.7% – 39.6%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Wisconsin with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 54915

Rent

When it comes to rent, ZIP Code 54915 ranks 16th out of 45 ZIP Codes in Wisconsin. Statewide, values range from $810 in ZIP 54220 up to $1,672 in ZIP 53593.

Household income

Income-wise, this area is placed 15th out of 45 ZIP Codes. Across Wisconsin, figures vary from $45,642 in ZIP 53218 up to $135,023 in ZIP 53593.

Poverty rate

When it comes to poverty, ZIP Code 54915 places 17th out of 45 ZIP Codes. Throughout Wisconsin, numbers span from 2.7% in ZIP 53593 up to 39.6% in ZIP 53703.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 54915 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,028 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 54915

Annual Household Income: $87,426

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 54915

Estimated Rate: 8.3%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 54915

In ZIP Code 54915, households that rent: 5,107 (28.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 5,107 28.1%
Owner-Occupied 13,097 71.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 54915

In ZIP Code 54915, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,844 (36.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,844 36.1%
Other renter households 3,263 63.9%
Total renter households 5,107 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 54915

Less than High School: 6,738 people (21.9%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,046 people (26.1%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,196 people (13.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 11,790 people (38.3%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 30,770

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.