| City: | Afton, Wisconsin |
| County: | Rock County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:00:17 PM |
| Population: | 144 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 262 / 353 / 608 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 42.6022, -89.0694 |
| Land Area: | 0.457 sq mi |
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Afton is a small rural community in Rock County, Wisconsin, covering just under half a square mile. With a population of 144 residents across 61 households, it's a compact settlement where nearly everyone owns their home. The 2020 Census recorded 59 owner-occupied homes and just 2 rental units, making this one of Wisconsin's most homeowner-dominant communities.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. No alternative mail delivery exists within Afton's boundaries. The post office maintains 67 PO Boxes to serve the 61 local households plus surrounding addresses. That 1.10 adoption rate means the Afton post office handles mail for the immediate community and a small number of additional addresses beyond the village limits.
Mail reaches residents through two rural carrier routes covering South County Road D (the primary route with 15 addresses), numbered streets like West 3rd Street and West 5th Street, and scattered homes along South Washington Street and South Madison Street. The numbered grid layout indicates an established settlement pattern, though street delivery doesn't extend to these homes.
Afton's housing stock reflects its long history. Of the 67 total housing units, Census data shows 86 homes were built before 1939, which mathematically suggests many structures date to the early settlement era. The median age of 32 years and per capita income of $35,565 indicate a working-age population rather than a retirement community.
The village sits in southern Wisconsin's farm country, roughly 20 miles south of Rockford, Illinois. It operates as a quiet residential settlement without major commercial activity. USPS records show just 5 business establishments employing 12 people total, while the post office serves 16 business delivery points alongside residential PO Boxes.
All mail to Afton addresses must be sent to PO Boxes. The format is:
PO Box [number]
Afton, WI 53501General Delivery is available for those without assigned boxes.
Numbered streets (2nd through 6th) show an established village grid, while County Road D serves as the primary route through the community.
ZIP Code 53501 has 144 residents and 61 households (average 2.36 persons per household). The median age is 32.0 years, significantly younger than the state (40.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.5% male and 53.5% female, which is lower than the state male share (49.7%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.4%, much higher than the state average of 80.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 144Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 147Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 315.1 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 61Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.36Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.09Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 189 | 183 | 264 | 219 | 191 | 0 | 145 | 249 | 147 |
| Decennial Census | 23 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 144 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 32
Male Median Age: 27.8
Female Median Age: 40.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 18 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 7 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 18 | 25 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 133 | 96.38% |
| Black: | 1 | 0.72% |
| Hispanic:* | 4 | 2.90% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 138 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 67 | 46.53% | 27.8 years |
| Females: | 77 | 53.47% | 40.5 years |
| Total: | 144 | 100% | 32.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 147 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 147 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 147 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($75,670), 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 well under the state female median ($51,818), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 58.5%, which is lower than the state rate (65.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (75.6%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $65,469 | $61,523 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $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 | $60,547 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $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 | $0 |
| Employed: | 86 | 58.50% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 61 | 41.50% |
| Total: | 147 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 65 | 75.58% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 21 | 24.42% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 86 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($247,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,045), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 0.00% and renters 100.00% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 65 | 75.58% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 21 | 24.42% |
| Total: | 86 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 86 | 100.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 86 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 86 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 86 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 86 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 86 | 100% |
In 2023, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 14.30%, which is markedly below the state rate (73.80%). Public coverage is 85.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (34.60%). Insufficient data for poverty. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 126 | 85.71% |
| Some college, no degree: | 21 | 14.29% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 147 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 147 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 21 | 14.29% |
| Public Insurance: | 126 | 85.71% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 147 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 147 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 53501 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 10 people with an annual payroll of $206,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 87Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 5Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $54,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $206,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 10Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 53501 is located in Rock County, Wisconsin, within the Janesville-Beloit, WI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27500) and Wisconsin's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 163,944 people, about 0.09% of whom live in ZIP Code 53501. It covers 0.457 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.071 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Janesville-Beloit, WISource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 27500Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 163,944Source: Census |
| MSA: | Janesville-Beloit, WI MSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.457 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.071 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 4536.69 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 53501 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 January 1, 2026.