NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56081

MN · Population: 6,082

B
62/100
62
B
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
70
B+
Quality of Life
40
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56081

Zip code 56081 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 6,082 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $62,863 and home values around $117,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 17.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.4% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$62,863
Home Value
$117,000
Rent
$744/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
17.1%
Unemployment
8.4%
Owner-Occupied
78.3%
Rent Burden
14.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety62BLower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life70B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy40CLower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).