NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56171

MN · Population: 1,612

B+
70/100
71
B+
Safety
86
A
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
50
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56171

Zip code 56171 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 1,612 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), 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 $70,238 and home values around $143,900, 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 21% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.6% 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
$70,238
Home Value
$143,900
Rent
$633/mo
Median Age
50
College Educated
21%
Unemployment
6.6%
Owner-Occupied
82.6%
Rent Burden
10.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy50C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall70B+Weighted 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).