The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54971 sells for about $372,000, or $180 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $778 a month.
ZIP 54971 — Ripon
The Ripon housing market is currently balanced, characterized by steady demand and a limited supply of inventory. Prices have seen moderate year-over-year growth, supported by the area's stability as a college town and regional employment hub.
This ZIP is well-suited for families seeking a small-town atmosphere, retirees looking for affordable living, and college-affiliated individuals, offering a balance of historic charm and essential amenities.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced 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 2.1% · poverty 11.4% — 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 8.8%/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 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54971, Fond du Lac 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 Ripon are generally low, with the area experiencing significantly less violent and property crime compared to larger urban centers in Wisconsin.
The Ripon Area School District serves the community, generally maintaining stable performance ratings and providing a standard public education curriculum for the region.
The area faces typical Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located in designated low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare services, and the presence of Ripon College, which serves as a significant anchor institution for the local economy.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels, with rates determined by local school district levies and municipal budget requirements; Wisconsin does not have a state-level property tax.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to nearby employment hubs in Fond du Lac or Oshkosh via state highway corridors.
The area features access to local parks, the Mascoutin Valley State Trail for hiking and biking, and proximity to Green Lake for water-based recreation and seasonal activities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by college students and local workforce, with limited new multi-family supply keeping vacancy rates relatively low.
The economy is anchored by Ripon College, local manufacturing firms, and regional healthcare providers, with a stable employment base focused on education and services.
Transportation is primarily served by state highways; there is no significant public transit infrastructure, making personal vehicle ownership essential for commuting.
Development is focused on modest residential infill and commercial revitalization within the existing city footprint.
The Fond du Lac County assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine annual tax assessments.
Parcels are subject to Ripon Area School District levies and local municipal utility districts for water and sewer services.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration for homeowners in this region.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and ZCTA-level profiles.
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.
- Pollock Community Water Park4.415.3 mi
- Fondy Sports Park4.419.8 mi
- Escape Oshkosh4.916.5 mi
- EAA AirVenture4.914 mi
- Paine Art Center & Gardens4.816.3 mi
- Oshkosh Community YMCA- 20th Ave4.612.4 mi
- Oshkosh Arena | Managed by VenuWorks4.516.2 mi
- Becket's4.316.3 mi
- Knuth Brewing Company4.73.9 mi
- Deacon Mills Park4.67.7 mi
- Riverside Park4.58.3 mi
- Military Veterans Museum4.812.9 mi
- The 300 Club of Green Lake4.17.9 mi
- EAA Aviation Museum4.913.7 mi
- Paine Art Center & Gardens4.816.3 mi
- Green Lake Conference Center4.611.1 mi
- Oshkosh Public Museum4.716.2 mi
- The Grand Oshkosh4.716.5 mi
- Deacon Mills Park4.67.7 mi
- Riverside Park4.58.3 mi
- Scott Park4.410.7 mi
- Riggs County Park4.54.3 mi
- Barlow Park4.54.7 mi
- SkipperBud's Oshkosh3.815.3 mi
- Lakeside Marina4.815.8 mi
- Pierless Boat Rentals4.910.9 mi
- Spellman's Marina LLC4.816.1 mi
- Sterling Marina & Rentals4.67.6 mi
- Lawsonia4.410.5 mi
- Tuscumbia Golf Course3.77.3 mi
- Wedgewood Golf Course & Grill4.110.7 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.13.5 mi
- Appleton International Airport (ATW)4.529.4 mi
- Wittman Regional Airport4.915.2 mi
- EAA Seaplane Base4.816.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A private liberal arts college that serves as a cultural and economic anchor for the city.
A multi-use recreational trail popular for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling.
Features a collection of local boutiques, restaurants, and historic architecture.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.