The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53961 sells for about $285,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,181 a month.
ZIP 53961 — Rock Springs
The housing market in ZIP 53961 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking rural living, though the limited supply keeps sales volume low. Market conditions are expected to remain consistent with regional trends in Sauk County.
This ZIP code is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation. It is less ideal for those requiring proximity to major employment hubs or urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 7.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 53961, Sauk County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Rock Springs are generally low, consistent with the rural character of Sauk County. The area experiences significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the national average.
Public education is primarily served by the Reedsburg School District, which maintains a stable reputation for its size. Local schools are characterized by small class sizes and strong community involvement.
The area faces moderate risk from severe weather, including wind and occasional flooding near the Baraboo River. Property insurance remains stable but is sensitive to regional wildfire and storm-related claims.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism related to the nearby Baraboo Hills. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining rural connectivity rather than large-scale urban expansion.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Sauk County, with rates determined by local municipal, school district, and technical college levies. Exemptions are available for primary residences under the Wisconsin Lottery and Gaming Credit.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to Reedsburg or Baraboo for employment. There is no public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
The area is rich in natural amenities, including proximity to the Baraboo River for fishing and kayaking, and access to local parks. Shopping and dining options are limited, requiring travel to nearby larger towns.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting mostly of single-family homes and small multi-family units. Vacancy pressure is low due to the small inventory, and short-term rentals are present but not dominant.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and regional tourism. Employment is largely concentrated in the nearby cities of Reedsburg and Baraboo.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles, with Highway 154 serving as the primary corridor. There is no public transit or rail infrastructure.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code. Planning is focused on rural preservation.
Sauk County utilizes a market-value assessment system, with properties reassessed periodically to reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to the Reedsburg School District and Madison Area Technical College district levies.
Property insurance premiums are moderate, reflecting the rural nature of the area and lower density, though wildfire and storm risks are monitored.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 53961.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and scenic recreation.
Local community park serving as a central gathering space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.