The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54833 sells for about $245,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 82 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 54833
The housing market in 54833 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking rural lifestyle properties, keeping the market balanced despite limited new construction.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with proximity to outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living compared to urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 6.4 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.8% — 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 4.5%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 54833, Sawyer County WI
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving this area are part of the local rural district, which maintains moderate performance ratings and focuses on small class sizes.
The area faces moderate risks related to winter weather and seasonal forest fire potential, with standard insurance coverage available.
Economic momentum is driven by local forestry, tourism, and small-scale manufacturing, with limited new large-scale infrastructure development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with standard exemptions available for primary residences.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 30-45 minutes to reach the nearest regional employment hubs.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including nearby lakes, public forest trails, and seasonal fishing and hunting grounds.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for long-term housing, with limited short-term rental saturation.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, forestry, and small-business services, with a stable but slow-growth employment base.
Transportation is almost exclusively private vehicle-based, with no significant public transit infrastructure serving the area.
Development is largely restricted to small-scale residential infill and minor commercial improvements.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic assessments to ensure property valuations align with current market trends.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-level levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wildfire and storm damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Popular destination for boating, fishing, and seasonal recreation.
Provides extensive trail systems for hiking, snowmobiling, and wildlife viewing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.