| ZIP Code | 54844 |
|---|---|
| City | Herbster |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| County | Bayfield County |
| Area Code | 534/715 |
| Elevation | 744 ft |
| Latitude | 46.781465 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.215472 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 55007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.3% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 53 (22.1%) |
| Some College | 18 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 34 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 49 (20.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 86 (35.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,625 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $246,700 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,354/mo |
| Total Units | 489 |
| Vacant Units | 347 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 489 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 347 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 54844 is located in Herbster, Wisconsin, within Bayfield County. With a population of 285, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.3 years. Economically, 54844 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,625 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 54844 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $246,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,354 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 54844 is primarily White (95.79%). Residents are well-educated — 56.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 50% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 54844 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 54844 in Herbster, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 285 residents, a median household income of $65,625, and a median home value of $246,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.