NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 56556

MN · Population: 1,303

B+
74/100
61
B
Safety
80
A
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
80
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 56556

Zip code 56556 is located in Minnesota and is home to approximately 1,303 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 74/100), 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 $61,333 and home values around $135,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 31.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, 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
$61,333
Home Value
$135,000
Rent
$550/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
31.6%
Unemployment
3.1%
Owner-Occupied
70%
Rent Burden
10.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety61BLower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy80ALower unemployment = higher
Overall74B+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).