53959 ZIP Code — Reedsburg, WI
Sauk County, Wisconsin
ZIP code 53959 is located in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, within Sauk County. It covers approximately 111.61 square miles and serves a population of 14,294 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Central (CT) timezone, served by area code 608.
About ZIP code 53959
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1990s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $215,800. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 72%.
Median household income is $71,897. 36% 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 21 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 22% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
14,294
population
111.61
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Central (CT)
timezone
53959 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 53959
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 53959. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Reedsburg | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
53958 Reedsburg (1.8 mi)
53961 Rock Springs (6.5 mi)
53941 La Valle (7.9 mi)
53944 Lyndon Station (9.4 mi)
53951 North Freedom (10.9 mi)
53943 Loganville (11.2 mi)
53913 Baraboo (11.8 mi)
53968 Wonewoc (13.7 mi)
53937 Hillpoint (14.6 mi)
53965 Wisconsin Dells (15 mi)
53924 Cazenovia (16 mi)
53948 Mauston (16.4 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 14,294 |
| Population density | 128 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 55 |
| County FIPS | 111 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 111.61 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.99 sq mi |
| Latitude | 43.5418 |
| Longitude | -89.9703 |
| 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 | 40.1% | 38.9% | 39.4% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.6% | 34.7% | 33.0% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.7% | 22.3% | 22.4% |
| Over $200k | 4.6% | 4.1% | 5.2% |
Demographics & statistics
14,294
Population
128
People per sq mi
38.7
Median age
$71,897
Median household income
$36,694
Per capita income
$215,800
Median home value
$892
Median monthly rent
72.0%
Home ownership
9.9%
Poverty rate
2.4%
Unemployment
4,376
Housing units
22.4%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
435
Under 5
447
604
5–9
621
510
10–14
525
426
15–19
437
302
20–24
310
802
25–34
825
912
35–44
938
850
45–54
873
395
55–59
406
499
60–64
513
751
65–74
771
383
75–84
393
180
85+
186
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3,684 | 25.8% |
| 18 and over | 10,610 | 74.2% |
| 65 and over | 2,664 | 18.6% |
| Median age | 38.7 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
87.2%
Hispanic or Latino
5.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
Other race
2.1%
Black or African American
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Asian
0.1%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,171 | 87.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 809 | 5.4% |
| Two or more races | 697 | 4.6% |
| Other race | 312 | 2.1% |
| Black or African American | 70 | 0.5% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 30 | 0.2% |
| Asian | 14 | 0.1% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 40.1% | 38.9% | 39.4% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.6% | 34.7% | 33.0% |
| $100k – $200k | 19.7% | 22.3% | 22.4% |
| Over $200k | 4.6% | 4.1% | 5.2% |
Under $10k
3.1%
$10k–$15k
2.6%
$15k–$25k
8.8%
$25k–$35k
6.4%
$35k–$50k
11.7%
$50k–$75k
20.1%
$75k–$100k
19.3%
$100k–$150k
15.3%
$150k–$200k
8.2%
$200k+
4.6%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 3.1% |
| $10k–$15k | 2.6% |
| $15k–$25k | 8.8% |
| $25k–$35k | 6.4% |
| $35k–$50k | 11.7% |
| $50k–$75k | 20.1% |
| $75k–$100k | 19.3% |
| $100k–$150k | 15.3% |
| $150k–$200k | 8.2% |
| $200k+ | 4.6% |
| Median income | $71,897 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
5.6%
$50k–$100k
5.6%
$100k–$150k
10.5%
$150k–$200k
22.4%
$200k–$300k
28.0%
$300k–$500k
19.1%
$500k–$1M
7.5%
$1M+
1.1%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $215,800 |
| Median rent / month | $892 |
| Owner occupied | 72.0% |
| Renter occupied | 28.0% |
| Vacant | 6.2% |
| Single-family detached | 68.1% |
| Large apartment buildings | 4.3% |
| Mobile homes | 6.2% |
| Median rooms | 6.2 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.61 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.3% |
| 2010–2019 | 8.4% |
| 2000–2009 | 19.7% |
| 1990–1999 | 19.9% |
| 1980–1989 | 9.2% |
| 1970–1979 | 13.5% |
| 1960–1969 | 4.8% |
| 1950–1959 | 6.3% |
| 1940–1949 | 2.0% |
| 1939 or earlier | 16.0% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 1.4% |
| 1 bedroom | 8.0% |
| 2 bedrooms | 23.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | 40.1% |
| 4 bedrooms | 22.3% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.8% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.1% |
| 1 vehicle | 29.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 38.3% |
| 3 or more | 26.5% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 57.9% |
| Electricity | 16.7% |
| Propane / LP gas | 16.7% |
| Fuel oil | 2.3% |
| Wood | 5.2% |
| No fuel used | 0.2% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 3,100 | 55.7% |
| Cohabiting couple | 377 | 6.8% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 699 | 12.6% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 1,390 | 25.0% |
| Households with children under 18 | 1,803 | 32.4% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 1,836 | 33.0% |
| Average household size | 2.53 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 27.2% | 24.1% |
| Married | 60.1% | 53.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 10.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 11.3% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
1.9%
Some HS, no diploma
4.0%
HS graduate
38.3%
Some college, no degree
22.2%
Associate's degree
11.2%
Bachelor's degree
13.6%
Graduate / professional
8.7%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 94.0% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 22.4% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 268 | 8.1% |
| Kindergarten | 279 | 8.4% |
| Elementary school | 1,791 | 53.8% |
| High school | 655 | 19.7% |
| College / grad school | 333 | 10.0% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
20.9%
Manufacturing
19.2%
Retail trade
15.7%
Arts, food & hospitality
10.3%
Construction
7.1%
Transportation & utilities
4.4%
Other services
4.4%
Agriculture & mining
4.2%
Professional & management
4.2%
Public administration
4.0%
Finance & real estate
3.9%
Wholesale trade
1.3%
Information
0.3%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 33.1% |
| Service | 16.6% |
| Sales & office | 17.4% |
| Natural resources & construction | 11.2% |
| Production & transportation | 21.7% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 81.8% |
| Government | 13.4% |
| Self-employed | 4.6% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.2% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 77.8% |
| Carpool | 11.2% |
| Public transit | 0.4% |
| Walk | 3.4% |
| Work from home | 5.5% |
| Other means | 1.8% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 20.7 |
Poverty
All people
9.9%
Under 18 years
16.6%
18 and over
7.6%
Married-couple families
2.1%
Female-led households
32.8%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 36.3% |
| Retirement income | 29.8% |
| Supplemental Security | 6.9% |
| Cash public assistance | 3.4% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 11.0% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| High blood pressure | 32.3% |
| High cholesterol | 34.0% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart disease | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| Arthritis | 24.8% |
| Kidney disease | 2.9% |
| Pulmonary disease | 6.6% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 18.6% |
| Binge drinking | 24.4% |
| No physical activity | 21.8% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 31.8% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.8% |
| Poor mental health | 13.9% |
| Poor physical health | 10.2% |
| No health insurance | 11.2% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 73.3% |
| Visited dentist | 65.8% |
| Cholesterol screening | 86.4% |
| Teeth loss | 13.5% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 724 | 6.8% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 13.9% |
| Under 18 | 5.9% |
| 18–64 years | 11.7% |
| 65 and over | 32.4% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 74.1% |
| Public insurance | 40.4% |
| No insurance | 4.6% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 2.3% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 13,412 | 93.8% |
| Spanish | 275 | 2.1% |
| Other Indo-European | 255 | 1.9% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 13 | 0.1% |
| Other languages | 7 | 0.1% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 13,899 | 97.2% |
| Born in same state | 13,709 | 95.9% |
| Born in different state | 11,284 | 78.9% |
| Foreign born | 190 | 1.3% |
| Naturalized citizen | 395 | 2.8% |
| Not a US citizen | 193 | 48.9% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 1,954 | 13.7% |
| French | 1,524 | 10.7% |
| Polish | 794 | 5.6% |
| Arab | 657 | 4.6% |
| German | 302 | 2.1% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 274 | 1.9% |
| Dutch | 128 | 0.9% |
| Norwegian | 40 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 30 | 0.2% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 38.9% |
| Internet access | 93.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 53959
What city is ZIP code 53959 in?
ZIP code 53959 is primarily assigned to Reedsburg, Wisconsin.
What county is ZIP code 53959 in?
ZIP code 53959 falls within Sauk County, Wisconsin.
Does ZIP code 53959 have a large retiree population?
36% of households in ZIP code 53959 receive Social Security income, suggesting a significant retiree or disability population.
What is the population of ZIP code 53959?
ZIP code 53959 has an estimated population of 14,294 residents, with a density of 128 people per square mile.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 53959?
The median home value in ZIP code 53959 is $215,800.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 53959?
The median household income in ZIP code 53959 is $71,897, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 53959 in?
ZIP code 53959 observes the CST timezone.