ZIP Code 55012, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55012 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55012 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chisago County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,087. The land area covers 23.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | ±257 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.4 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 741 | ±102 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 837 | ±108 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 741 | ±102 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 96 | ±50 |
| Median Home Value | $386,600 | ±$32,341 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,594 | ±$290 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,607 | ±$10,218 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,488 | ±$9,590 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 136 | ±99 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,106 | ±196 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 59,105 (2024)
ID: 204731
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK OF BOARD
313 N MAIN ST, CENTER CITY MN 55012-7698
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH BRANCH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | CHISAGO CITY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK | CHISAGO CITY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LINDSTROM, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LINDSTROM, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LINDSTROM, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FOREST LAKE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FOREST LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH BRANCH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH BRANCH, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
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College | 4.4 mi away | 15251 Pleasant Valley Rd, Center City, MN, 55012-0011 |
8882577800
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CHISAGO LAKES AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 11754 302ND ST., CHISAGO CITY, MN, 55013 |
(651) 257-2817
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TAYLORS FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 473 BENCH STREET, TAYLORS FALLS, MN, 55084 |
(651) 465-6905
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ST. CROIX FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 230 S. WASHINGTON ST., ST. CROIX FALLS, WI, 54024 |
(715) 483-1777
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WILBERG MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 310 CHIEFTAIN ST., OSCEOLA, WI, 54020 |
(715) 294-2310
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GERALDINE E. ANDERSON VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 117 S. CENTRAL AVE., DRESSER, WI, 54009 |
(715) 755-2944
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NORTH BRANCH AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 6355 379TH ST., NORTH BRANCH, MN, 55056 |
(651) 674-8443
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CENTURIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 409 4TH ST., CENTURIA, WI, 54824 |
(715) 646-2630
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WYOMING AREA GIESE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 26855 FOREST BLVD., WYOMING, MN, 55092 |
(651) 462-9001
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MILLTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 61 W. MAIN ST., MILLTOWN, WI, 54858 |
(715) 825-2313
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WILD RVR SP, MN US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 55012. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.3° | -0.1° | 11.1° | 0.83" | — |
| February | 27.3° | 3.5° | 15.4° | 1.01" | — |
| March | 40.4° | 17.4° | 28.9° | 1.55" | — |
| April | 55.3° | 30.0° | 42.7° | 2.98" | — |
| May | 68.5° | 42.5° | 55.5° | 4.02" | — |
| June | 77.6° | 52.4° | 65.0° | 4.19" | — |
| July | 82.1° | 57.6° | 69.8° | 4.22" | — |
| August | 79.9° | 55.2° | 67.5° | 4.01" | — |
| September | 71.6° | 46.9° | 59.2° | 3.48" | — |
| October | 57.3° | 33.9° | 45.6° | 3.21" | — |
| November | 40.7° | 21.7° | 31.2° | 1.62" | — |
| December | 27.4° | 8.4° | 17.9° | 1.27" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Shafer city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Lindstrom city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Taylors Falls city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Chisago City city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| St. Croix Falls city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55012. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.