The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54161 sells for about $192,400, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $720 a month.
ZIP 54161
The housing market in 54161 remains stable with low inventory and consistent demand for affordable, owner-occupied homes. Growth is modest, driven by the area's rural character and affordability relative to larger metro centers. Figures for active listings and days on market are based on regional estimates as specific ZIP-level data is not currently published.
This ZIP is best suited for long-term residents and families seeking affordable, rural-style living with high homeownership rates and a quiet, small-town environment.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 12.1% — 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 4.6%/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 4.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54161, Marinette County WI
Schools serving the area are generally rated as average within the regional context, with most students attending schools in the Oconto Falls or Pulaski districts.
The area faces a range of natural hazard risks, with FEMA ratings for census tracts within the ZIP code varying from relatively low to relatively high.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural and small-scale manufacturing sectors, with limited large-scale infrastructure development currently reported.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels; specific rates vary by school district and local taxing jurisdictions.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with travel times to Green Bay employment centers typically ranging from 30 to 45 minutes.
The area features access to rural outdoor amenities, including local parks and proximity to regional lakes and trails for seasonal recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with rents remaining significantly below the state median.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, forestry, and small-scale manufacturing, with many residents commuting to larger employment hubs in Marinette or Green Bay.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicle use, with access to major regional corridors like US-141.
No major large-scale commercial or residential developments are currently reported for this ZIP code.
Marinette County assesses property values based on market-based appraisal standards, with periodic revaluations to ensure tax equity.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-level levies for public services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the rural nature of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Provides regional access for fishing and seasonal water activities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.