ZIP Code 53127 in Genesee Depot, WI

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Genesee Depot, Wisconsin
County:Waukesha County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:23:46 AM
Population:152 [See All]
Area Code:262
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:42.9667, -88.3713
Land Area:0.818 sq mi
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53127 - Genesee Depot, WI

ZIP Code 53127, Genesee Depot

Small Town
LocationWaukesha County, WI
Area0.0 sq mi
Population152
Households57
PO Boxes102 Regional Hub (179%)
Median Age40.0 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Key Facts
  • The post office maintains 102 PO Boxes for 57 local households, an adoption rate of 1.79, indicating service extends to surrounding rural areas beyond the ZIP boundary
  • This is a PO Box Only Zone where street delivery is not available, making the post office the only mail access point for the community
  • With just 152 residents living in 0.037 square miles, this is one of the smallest ZIP code territories in Wisconsin
  • Census records show 92 housing units built before 1939, reflecting Genesee Depot's historic character as a longstanding rural community
  • Per capita income of $82,524 and a 79% homeownership rate indicate an affluent, established residential community
  • Despite the tiny residential population, the post office serves 50 business delivery points and 22 business establishments

Community Overview

Genesee Depot is a small, historic community in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, part of the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area. Just 152 people live within this tiny 0.037 square mile ZIP code territory, but the post office serves a much wider area. With 102 PO Boxes for only 57 local households, the adoption rate of 1.79 means the post office handles mail for surrounding rural areas that share the Genesee Depot address.

Postal Services

This is a PO Box Only Zone. Street delivery doesn't exist here or in the surrounding area, making the post office the sole option for receiving mail. One rural carrier route serves addresses outside the immediate village, but most residents and businesses rely on PO Boxes at the post office on State Road 83.

Local Character

Genesee Depot retains its historic character. According to Census data, 92 housing units in the area were built before 1939, indicating long-established homes and buildings. The median age of 40 years and per capita income of $82,524 suggest an affluent, settled community. Most residents (45 of 57 households) own their homes.

Business and Regional Service

The post office also serves 50 business delivery points and 22 business establishments in the area. Despite the small residential population, Genesee Depot functions as a rural service point for both households and local businesses across this section of western Waukesha County.

Mailing Information

Mail to Genesee Depot residents and businesses should be addressed to:

[Name]
PO Box [Number]
Genesee Depot, WI 53127

For the limited rural route addresses:

[Name]
[Street Address]
Genesee Depot, WI 53127

Street Name Patterns

Highway Corridor Historic Names

The main street is State Road 83, a state highway corridor with 15 delivery points including multi-unit addresses. Historic street names like Depot Rd reference the community's railroad heritage.

Nearby Areas

Spring Meadows Victoria Pond Depot Hill Dorchester Heights Harvest Canyon Estates
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 53127 has 152 residents and 57 households (average 2.67 persons per household). The median age is 40.0 years, about the same as the state (40.1) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.6% male and 45.4% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (86.8%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:152Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:79Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:185.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:57Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.67Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.34Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--000000000010812421179
Decennial Census0------------------152--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 40

Male Median Age: 48.6

Female Median Age: 26.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male4775332427650814330
Female5241297119117610120
Total9911171210351187126914450
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:13288.00%
Black:32.00%
Hispanic:*96.00%
Asian:10.67%
American Indian:10.67%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:42.67%
Total:150100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:8354.61%48.6 years
Females:6945.39%26.4 years
Total:152100%40.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:79100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:79100%
Total Native Population:79100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 100.0%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (51.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$132,950$145,402$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$85,032$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:79100.00%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:00.00%
Total:79100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:3848.10%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4151.90%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:79100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:41100.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:41100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00.00%
Renter Occupied:41100.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:41100%

Occupied Housing Units:41100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:41100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:41100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:41100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 100.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Insufficient data for school enrollment.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3848.10%
Some college, no degree:4151.90%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:79100%
High school or higher:79100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:79100.00%
Public Insurance:00.00%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:79100%
Has Health Insurance:79100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00%
Kindergarten:00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00%
High school (grades 9-12):00%
College or graduate school:00%
Total:0100%
Early Childhood:00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 53127 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 19 business establishments, employing about 141 people with an annual payroll of $4,446,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:148Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:19Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,035,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,446,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:141Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 53127 is located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, within the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 33340) and Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,555,908 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 53127. It covers 0.818 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.042 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Milwaukee-Waukesha, WISource: Census
CBSA Number:33340Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:1,555,908Source: Census
MSA:Milwaukee-Racine, WI CMSASource: Census
Land Area:0.818 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.042 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1890.75 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


53128 | | 53126

Schools in ZIP Code 53127


ZIP Code 53127 is in the Kettle Moraine School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Magee Elementary W313s4134 Hwy 83
Genesee Depot, WI 53127
District: Kettle Moraine School District
Maravilla Montessori School S 31 W 29553 Sunset Dr
Waukesha, WI 53189
District: Private SchoolNearby
Waukesha Christian Academy W271s2470 Merrill Hills Rd
Waukesha, WI 53188
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lad Lake-Lakewood & Passage School W350 51401 Waterville Rd
Dousman, WI 53118
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 53127


Carroll University 100 N East Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
Type: Post Secondary
Nashotah House 2777 Mission Rd
Nashotah, WI 53058-9793
Type: Post Secondary
Waukesha County Technical College 800 Main Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072-4601
Type: Post Secondary
Ottawa University-Milwaukee 245 South Executive Drive, Suite 340
Brookfield, WI 53005
Type: Post Secondary
Herzing University-Brookfield 15895 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53005
Type: Post Secondary
Vici Beauty School 4111 S. 108th Street
Greenfield, WI 53228
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.

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