54401 — Wausau, WI Home Values
Typical home value $261,160 as of August 2026 · 11th of 23 in Wausau-Weston, WI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 54401, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 54401 compares in the Wausau-Weston, WI area
ZIP code 54401 (Wausau, WI) has a typical home value of $261,160 as of August 2026, ranking 11th of 23 ZIP codes tracked in the Wausau-Weston, WI area, more expensive than about 57% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +9.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +45.9%, from $179,008 in August 2021 to $261,160 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 24× the annual rent ($907/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Wausau-Weston, WI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Wausau.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 54401 has a population of 31,430, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 80.5% White, 10.7% Asian, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 3.6% two or more races, 0.5% Black or African American, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stettin Elementary | 109 N 56th Ave, Wausau, WI | 0.3 mi |
| John Muir Middle | 1400 W Stewart Ave, Wausau, WI | 2.8 mi |
| West High | 1200 W Wausau Ave, Wausau, WI | 2.9 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 54401?
$261,160 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 54401 an expensive ZIP code in the Wausau-Weston, WI area?
54401 ranks 11th of 23 ZIP codes in the Wausau-Weston, WI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 57% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 54401 changed over the past year?
+9.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 54401?
The typical home price is 24× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($907/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 54401?
31,430, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 54401?
Stettin Elementary (0.3 mi), John Muir Middle (2.8 mi), West High (2.9 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 54401?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Wausau-Weston, WI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.