Zip Code 55408

MN · Population: 32,312

C
44/100
48
C
Safety
38
D
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
35
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 55408

Zip code 55408 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 32,312 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $373,400 and median rent of $1,315/month against a median income of $70,158. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

The community is highly educated — 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$70,158
Home Value
$373,400
Rent
$1,315/mo
Median Age
29
College Educated
59.6%
Unemployment
5.5%
Owner-Occupied
24.7%
Rent Burden
22.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy35DLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).