NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56537

MN · Population: 19,870

B
66/100
59
C+
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
58
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56537

Zip code 56537 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 19,870 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), 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 $59,824 and home values around $197,600, 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 28.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average.

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
$59,824
Home Value
$197,600
Rent
$764/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
28.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
Owner-Occupied
71.8%
Rent Burden
15.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety59C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy58C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted 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).