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ZIP 53719

Part of Madison, WI
Pop. 34,115·Dane County·35th most expensive ZIP in Wisconsin
Median rent (all units)
$1,601/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.9%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
-$364
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 53719 · $1,601
More affordable than 66% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,650
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,500
4 BR+
$2,800
Research median
$1,890/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,212/yr
At $1,601/mo median
Location
StateWI
CountyDane County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 2.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 53719 (Madison, WI) is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 62.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,115
Median income
$92,052
Median age
34
Renters
50.7%
Age distribution
21%
31.6%
26.3%
13%
Under 1821%
18–3431.6%
35–5426.3%
55–648%
65+13%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
66.7%
White66.7%
Black7.5%
Hispanic10.3%
Asian10.3%
Other5.2%
Education (25+)
13%
20.9%
62.7%
No HS diploma3.5%
HS diploma13%
Some college20.9%
Bachelor's+62.7%
Housing tenure
49.3%
50.7%
Owner49.3%
Renter50.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 53719 in Madison, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$85,098 → $92,052
up 8.2%
Population
32,933 → 34,115
up 3.6%
Renter share
50.5% → 50.7%
+0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
59.4% → 62.7%
+3.3 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 53719 in Madison, WI now reports about $92,052, up from $85,098 in 2021. The population has grown by 3.6% since 2021, moving from about 32,933 residents to roughly 34,115. College-educated residents now make up 62.7% of adults here, versus 59.4% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 53719 covers Madison, WI. The median rent here is $1,601/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,650/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,890/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($92,052/yr), ZIP 53719 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 53719?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 53719 (Madison, WI) is $1,601. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 53719 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 53719's median rent of $1,601/mo is $364 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 53719 compare to other ZIPs in Wisconsin?

ZIP 53719 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Wisconsin, ranking #35 out of 107 ZIPs tracked at $1,601/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 53719?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,601/mo in ZIP 53719. The local median household income is $92,052/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 53719?

Rent in ZIP 53719 has decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 53719 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 53719 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,601/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($92,052/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 53719 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 53719 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.7% of ZIP 53719 households are renters, while 49.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 53719 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 53719 compare to the rest of Madison?

ZIP 53719 is more affordable than Madison overall. At $1,601/mo, it's $55 below the Madison citywide median of $1,656/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 53719 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 53719 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,601/mo, rent takes ~21% of ZIP 53719's median household income ($92,052/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 53719 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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