ZIP Code 53805 in Boscobel, WI

Data Last Updated: March 1, 2026
City:Boscobel, Wisconsin
Counties:Grant County[Primary]
Crawford County
Richland County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:27:17 AM
Population:5,395 [See All]
Area Codes:353 / 608
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:43.1565, -90.6747
Land Area:131.918 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 53805 has 5,395 residents and 2,048 households (average 2.38 persons per household). The median age is 40.7 years, about the same as the state (40.1) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.5% male and 45.5% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (90.3%, much higher than the state average of 80.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (5.1%, much lower than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:5,395Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:5,554Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:5,162Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:40.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$60,870Source: Census ACS
Households:2,048Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$164,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.38Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--5,4075,3775,3855,4785,2755,2375,1565,1485,1185,3365,5215,6135,5695,554
Decennial Census5,269------------------5,395--------
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: 40.7

Male Median Age: 38.8

Female Median Age: 44.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male158212180167162216208227185192188209185172117724840
Female150148143156117131154121120145153170209167125976586
Total308360323323279347362348305337341379394339242169113126
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,87390.91%
Black:2755.13%
Hispanic:*1322.46%
Asian:210.39%
American Indian:240.45%
Hawaiian:10.02%
Other:340.63%
Total:5,360100%
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:2,93854.46%38.8 years
Females:2,45745.54%44.6 years
Total:5,395100%40.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:5,49198.87%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:320.58%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:40.07%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:270.56%
Total Population:5,554100%
Total Native Population:5,52399.44%
Total Foreign-born Population:310.56%
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 $60,870, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $15,462 (34.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,912. Family households earn a median of $77,267 versus $48,661 for nonfamily households (a difference of $28,606). By gender, male median income is $54,950 and female is $43,371, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $11,579 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 52.7%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (25.7%).

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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$45,408$44,552$45,524$44,531$45,225$40,767$40,714$45,964$47,958$44,816$50,433$54,154$57,137$60,870
Median Family Income$49,715$50,094$46,997$48,973$52,284$50,496$53,301$57,230$62,790$64,250$69,432$73,398$74,792$77,267
Median NonFamily Income$27,330$24,750$23,347$25,096$24,491$22,772$21,858$22,837$24,091$29,792$38,036$45,746$45,820$48,661
Median Male Income$37,061$36,875$37,661$39,223$37,021$37,113$40,597$39,861$41,544$43,879$45,942$49,795$54,438$54,950
Median Female Income$26,717$28,734$30,024$30,525$31,003$28,631$30,362$32,482$34,781$36,838$39,655$43,988$43,750$43,371
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:2,22750.36%
Unemployed:1012.28%
Not In Labor Force:2,09447.35%
Total:4,422100%
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:57225.68%
Service:36516.39%
Sales and Office:48621.82%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:27712.44%
Production, transportation, and material moving:52723.66%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,227100%
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 $164,100, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $71,200 (76.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $43,400. The median gross rent is $701, which is far less than the national median ($1,413), is up $156 (28.62%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $129. Of occupied housing, owners make up 66.43% (53.37% with a mortgage, 46.63% free-and-clear) and renters 33.57% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.40%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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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$92,900$95,100$103,500$102,100$109,600$112,700$111,300$115,400$120,700$122,800$123,000$143,300$147,300$164,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:12317.65%
$500 to $999:45064.56%
$1,000 to $1,499:608.61%
$1,500 to $1,999:20.29%
$2,000 to $2,499:20.29%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:608.61%
Total:697100%
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$545$577$641$667$629$627$602$598$572$600$645$675$687$701
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):73635.45%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):64330.97%
Renter Occupied:69733.57%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,076100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,07689.60%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):24110.40%
Total Housing Units:2,317100%
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:1,80477.86%
Multi-Family Units:41017.70%
Other Units:1034.45%
Total Housing Units:2,317100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 15.60% 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 89.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 10.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 14.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), up 2.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.60 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (55.21%). College enrollment is 9.04%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:1193.10%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2897.52%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,56040.61%
Some college, no degree:76319.86%
Associate's degree:51013.28%
Bachelor's degree:3759.76%
Graduate or professional degree:2255.86%
Total:3,841100%
High school or higher:3,43389.38%
Bachelor's degree or higher:60015.62%
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:3,08054.90%
Public Insurance:2,01635.94%
No Insurance:5149.16%
Total:5,610100%
Has Health Insurance:5,09690.84%
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 Poverty11.5%12.6%10.7%9.0%5.4%9.5%8.3%5.1%4.7%7.4%9.4%14.2%14.3%14.9%
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:879.26%
Kindergarten:697.34%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):51955.21%
High school (grades 9-12):18019.15%
College or graduate school:859.04%
Total:940100%
Early Childhood:15616.60%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):76881.70%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 53805 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 124 business establishments, employing about 1,656 people with an annual payroll of $76,491,000. USPS data shows 2,169 residential mailboxes and 135 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,169Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:135Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,366Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,947Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:166Source: USPS
# of Businesses:124Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$18,999,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$76,491,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,656Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 53805 is located in Grant County, Wisconsin, within the Platteville, WI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38420) and Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 51,208 people, about 10.54% of whom live in ZIP Code 53805. It covers 131.918 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.997 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Platteville, WISource: Census
CBSA Number:38420Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:51,208Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:131.918 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.997 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:11111.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5508850Source: Census
Place Name:Boscobel city; WisconsinSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


53806 | | 53804

Schools in ZIP Code 53805


ZIP Code 53805 is in the Boscobel Area School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 4 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.

Boscobel Elementary 200 Buchanan St
Boscobel, WI 53805
District: Boscobel Area School District
Boscobel High 300 Brindley St
Boscobel, WI 53805
District: Boscobel Area School District
Boscobel Junior High 300 Brindley St
Boscobel, WI 53805
District: Boscobel Area School District
Wisconsin Secure Program Facility 1101 Morrison Dr
Boscobel, WI 53805
St Mary Of The Assumption School 155 W 5th St
Richland Center, WI 53581
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Clement School 330 W Maple St
Lancaster, WI 53813
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary's School 531 Congress St
Bloomington, WI 53804
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 53805


Southwest Wisconsin Technical College 1800 Bronson Blvd
Fennimore, WI 53809-9778
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Wisconsin-Platteville 1 University Plaza
Platteville, WI 53818-3099
Type: Post Secondary
Clarke University 1550 Clarke Dr
Dubuque, IA 52001-3198
Type: Post Secondary
Emmaus Bible College 2570 Asbury Rd
Dubuque, IA 52001-3096
Type: Post Secondary
Loras College 1450 Alta Vista
Dubuque, IA 52004-0178
Type: Post Secondary
Capri College-Dubuque 395 Main St
Dubuque, IA 52004-0873
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 March 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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