NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56342

MN · Population: 2,692

C+
58/100
58
C+
Safety
71
B+
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
44
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56342

Zip code 56342 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 2,692 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 58/100), 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 $58,750 and home values around $223,500, 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 16.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.6% 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
$58,750
Home Value
$223,500
Rent
$746/mo
Median Age
56
College Educated
16.8%
Unemployment
7.6%
Owner-Occupied
86.2%
Rent Burden
15.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability71B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy44CLower unemployment = higher
Overall58C+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).