NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56181

MN · Population: 1,187

B
65/100
60
B
Safety
78
B+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
46
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56181

Zip code 56181 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 1,187 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), 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 $60,500 and home values around $103,800, 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 16.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.2% 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
$60,500
Home Value
$103,800
Rent
$645/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
16.1%
Unemployment
7.2%
Owner-Occupied
86.5%
Rent Burden
12.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety60BLower crime = higher score
Affordability78B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy46CLower unemployment = higher
Overall65BWeighted 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).