Housing Vacancy Rate by Zip Code (ZCTA5) — Wisconsin

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Northern Wisconsin exhibits consistently high vacancy rates exceeding 20-30%, likely reflecting the prevalence of seasonal and recreational properties in lake-dense regions such as Vilas, Oneida, and Sawyer counties. The southeastern quadrant—encompassing the Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha metro areas—displays markedly lower vacancy rates near 0-4%, consistent with denser urban housing markets with sustained demand. A transitional band of moderate vacancy (8-12%) runs through the central part of the state, with notable pockets of lower vacancy clustered around mid-sized cities like Eau Claire, Wausau, and the Fox Valley corridor.

Data: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 ACS

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