53913 ZIP Code — Baraboo, WI
Sauk County, Wisconsin
ZIP code 53913 is located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, within Sauk County. It covers approximately 138.92 square miles and serves a population of 21,346 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Central (CT) timezone, served by area code 608.
About ZIP code 53913
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the pre-1940, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $205,900. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 68%.
Median household income is $68,335. 33% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 23 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 26% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
21,346
population
138.92
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Central (CT)
timezone
53913 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 53913
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 53913. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Baraboo | Acceptable |
| Baraboo | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
53951 North Freedom (7.7 mi)
53561 Merrimac (8 mi)
53961 Rock Springs (8.6 mi)
53578 Prairie Du Sac (10.6 mi)
53959 Reedsburg (11.8 mi)
53958 Reedsburg (12.9 mi)
53583 Sauk City (14.2 mi)
53555 Lodi (14.3 mi)
53943 Loganville (15.2 mi)
53901 Portage (15.6 mi)
53965 Wisconsin Dells (16 mi)
53920 Briggsville (16.9 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 21,346 |
| Population density | 154 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 55 |
| County FIPS | 111 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 138.92 sq mi |
| Water area | 3.81 sq mi |
| Latitude | 43.4653 |
| Longitude | -89.7588 |
| Timezone | Central (CT) |
| Area code | 608 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 44.1% | 38.9% | 39.4% |
| $50k – $100k | 33.1% | 34.7% | 33.0% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.9% | 22.3% | 22.4% |
| Over $200k | 2.9% | 4.1% | 5.2% |
Demographics & statistics
21,346
Population
154
People per sq mi
41.6
Median age
$68,335
Median household income
$36,673
Per capita income
$205,900
Median home value
$907
Median monthly rent
67.8%
Home ownership
8.7%
Poverty rate
4.5%
Unemployment
7,252
Housing units
25.6%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
578
Under 5
559
557
5–9
538
605
10–14
585
605
15–19
585
628
20–24
608
1,419
25–34
1,373
1,540
35–44
1,489
1,383
45–54
1,337
803
55–59
777
705
60–64
682
1,066
65–74
1,030
637
75–84
617
325
85+
315
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4,105 | 19.2% |
| 18 and over | 17,241 | 80.8% |
| 65 and over | 3,990 | 18.7% |
| Median age | 41.6 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
87.2%
Two or more races
5%
Hispanic or Latino
3.3%
Other race
1.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.6%
Black or African American
0.9%
Asian
0.3%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,243 | 87.2% |
| Two or more races | 1,101 | 5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 720 | 3.3% |
| Other race | 395 | 1.8% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 343 | 1.6% |
| Black or African American | 208 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 56 | 0.3% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 44.1% | 38.9% | 39.4% |
| $50k – $100k | 33.1% | 34.7% | 33.0% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.9% | 22.3% | 22.4% |
| Over $200k | 2.9% | 4.1% | 5.2% |
Under $10k
3.4%
$10k–$15k
3.2%
$15k–$25k
9.0%
$25k–$35k
9.2%
$35k–$50k
12.3%
$50k–$75k
19.5%
$75k–$100k
12.4%
$100k–$150k
18.7%
$150k–$200k
8.3%
$200k+
3.9%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 3.4% |
| $10k–$15k | 3.2% |
| $15k–$25k | 9.0% |
| $25k–$35k | 9.2% |
| $35k–$50k | 12.3% |
| $50k–$75k | 19.5% |
| $75k–$100k | 12.4% |
| $100k–$150k | 18.7% |
| $150k–$200k | 8.3% |
| $200k+ | 3.9% |
| Median income | $68,335 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
5.3%
$50k–$100k
7.5%
$100k–$150k
10.5%
$150k–$200k
24.8%
$200k–$300k
28.5%
$300k–$500k
18.9%
$500k–$1M
3.9%
$1M+
0.5%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $205,900 |
| Median rent / month | $907 |
| Owner occupied | 67.8% |
| Renter occupied | 32.2% |
| Vacant | 7.5% |
| Single-family detached | 58.9% |
| Large apartment buildings | 8.3% |
| Mobile homes | 8.8% |
| Median rooms | 5.6 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.39 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.2% |
| 2010–2019 | 5.8% |
| 2000–2009 | 19.2% |
| 1990–1999 | 16.2% |
| 1980–1989 | 10.5% |
| 1970–1979 | 10.5% |
| 1960–1969 | 5.6% |
| 1950–1959 | 6.4% |
| 1940–1949 | 4.8% |
| 1939 or earlier | 20.7% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 3.7% |
| 1 bedroom | 10.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | 40.0% |
| 4 bedrooms | 14.2% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.1% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 35.9% |
| 2 vehicles | 34.3% |
| 3 or more | 23.4% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 55.9% |
| Electricity | 25.4% |
| Propane / LP gas | 13.4% |
| Fuel oil | 1.4% |
| Wood | 3.3% |
| Solar | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.2% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 4,166 | 43.6% |
| Cohabiting couple | 760 | 8.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,249 | 23.5% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 2,384 | 24.9% |
| Households with children under 18 | 2,330 | 24.4% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 3,008 | 31.5% |
| Average household size | 2.20 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 35.9% | 22.8% |
| Married | 47.6% | 48.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 9.3% |
| Divorced | 13.0% | 16.9% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
1.8%
Some HS, no diploma
6.7%
HS graduate
29.4%
Some college, no degree
21.9%
Associate's degree
14.5%
Bachelor's degree
18.2%
Graduate / professional
7.4%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 91.5% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 25.6% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 272 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 259 | 6.4% |
| Elementary school | 1,777 | 43.6% |
| High school | 849 | 20.8% |
| College / grad school | 915 | 22.5% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
18.1%
Arts, food & hospitality
16.7%
Retail trade
14.7%
Manufacturing
14.4%
Professional & management
7.5%
Construction
5.8%
Transportation & utilities
5.2%
Finance & real estate
5.2%
Public administration
5.0%
Wholesale trade
2.8%
Agriculture & mining
1.9%
Other services
1.8%
Information
1.1%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 33.7% |
| Service | 19.6% |
| Sales & office | 21.1% |
| Natural resources & construction | 8.6% |
| Production & transportation | 17.0% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 83.6% |
| Government | 12.2% |
| Self-employed | 4.1% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.2% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 78.2% |
| Carpool | 8.0% |
| Public transit | 0.1% |
| Walk | 3.6% |
| Work from home | 8.0% |
| Other means | 2.1% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 22.5 |
Poverty
All people
8.7%
Under 18 years
8.2%
18 and over
8.8%
Married-couple families
4.2%
Female-led households
10.8%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 33.1% |
| Retirement income | 22.6% |
| Supplemental Security | 5.0% |
| Cash public assistance | 4.1% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 10.1% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| High blood pressure | 32.1% |
| High cholesterol | 33.7% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart disease | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| Arthritis | 24.5% |
| Kidney disease | 2.9% |
| Pulmonary disease | 6.5% |
| Cancer | 6.9% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 18.2% |
| Binge drinking | 24.5% |
| No physical activity | 21.2% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 31.7% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.6% |
| Poor mental health | 13.9% |
| Poor physical health | 10.1% |
| No health insurance | 10.9% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 73.3% |
| Visited dentist | 66.0% |
| Cholesterol screening | 86.2% |
| Teeth loss | 12.8% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,632 | 9.5% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 14.7% |
| Under 18 | 4.5% |
| 18–64 years | 10.4% |
| 65 and over | 39.9% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 74.8% |
| Public insurance | 34.7% |
| No insurance | 4.9% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 2.4% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 20,209 | 94.7% |
| Spanish | 354 | 1.8% |
| Other Indo-European | 154 | 0.8% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 180 | 0.9% |
| Other languages | 20 | 0.1% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 20,733 | 97.1% |
| Born in same state | 20,531 | 96.2% |
| Born in different state | 14,957 | 70.1% |
| Foreign born | 202 | 0.9% |
| Naturalized citizen | 613 | 2.9% |
| Not a US citizen | 283 | 46.2% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 3,074 | 14.4% |
| French | 1,751 | 8.2% |
| Polish | 1,667 | 7.8% |
| Arab | 696 | 3.3% |
| English | 412 | 1.9% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch | 178 | 0.8% |
| German | 91 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 31 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 13 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 44.8% |
| Internet access | 92.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 53913
What city is ZIP code 53913 in?
ZIP code 53913 is primarily assigned to Baraboo, Wisconsin.
What county is ZIP code 53913 in?
ZIP code 53913 falls within Sauk County, Wisconsin.
Does ZIP code 53913 have a large veteran population?
10% of civilians in ZIP code 53913 are veterans, above the national average of ~7%.
What is the population of ZIP code 53913?
ZIP code 53913 has an estimated population of 21,346 residents, with a density of 154 people per square mile.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 53913?
The median home value in ZIP code 53913 is $205,900.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 53913?
The median household income in ZIP code 53913 is $68,335, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 53913 in?
ZIP code 53913 observes the CST timezone.