Zip Code 55429

MN · Population: 28,392

C
40/100
48
C
Safety
36
D
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 55429

Zip code 55429 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 28,392 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), 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 $244,500 and median rent of $1,215/month against a median income of $65,674. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 6%, 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
$65,674
Home Value
$244,500
Rent
$1,215/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
23.4%
Unemployment
6%
Owner-Occupied
56.5%
Rent Burden
22.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall40CWeighted 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).