Zip Code 55428

MN · Population: 32,967

C
42/100
48
C
Safety
30
D
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
37
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 55428

Zip code 55428 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 32,967 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), 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 $264,800 and median rent of $1,228/month against a median income of $62,087. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 26.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.3%, 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
$62,087
Home Value
$264,800
Rent
$1,228/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
26.9%
Unemployment
5.3%
Owner-Occupied
55.7%
Rent Burden
23.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability30DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy37DLower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted 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).