Zip Code 56281

MN · Population: 642

B+
76/100
48
C
Safety
90
A+
Affordability
83
A
Quality of Life
85
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56281

Zip code 56281 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 642 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 76/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $99,167 and home values around $164,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 33.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.

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
$99,167
Home Value
$164,100
Rent
$913/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
33.7%
Unemployment
0.3%
Owner-Occupied
91.2%
Rent Burden
11% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability90A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life83AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy85ALower unemployment = higher
Overall76B+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).