ZIP Code 55042, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,705. The land area covers 24.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,705 | ±224 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,921 | ±267 | 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 | 5,104 | ±285 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,921 | ±267 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 183 | ±127 |
| Median Home Value | $602,100 | ±$30,274 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,407 | ±$1,894 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $154,341 | ±$11,760 |
| Per Capita Income | $77,247 | ±$8,755 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 631 | ±288 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,623 | ±425 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±1.5% |
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: 283,960 (2024)
ID: 167382
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MANAGEMENT ANALYST II
14949 62ND ST N, STILLWATER MN 55082-6102
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LITTLE CANADA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | SOUTH SAINT PAUL, 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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Century College
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College | 5.7 mi away | 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110 |
6517703200
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LAKE ELMO LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 3537 LAKE ELMO AVE N, LAKE ELMO, MN, 55042 |
(651) 275-8515
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 1750 WEIR DRIVE, WOODBURY, MN, 55125 |
6513331410
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OAKDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 1010 HERON AVENUE N, OAKDALE, MN, 55128 |
(651) 730-0504
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The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 3000 White Bear Ave Suite 27, Maplewood, MN, 55109 |
6513400766
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RH STAFFORD LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 8595 CENTRAL PARK PLACE, WOODBURY, MN, 55125 |
(651) 731-1320
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Metropolitan State University
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College | 9.2 mi away | 700 East Seventh Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55106-5000 |
6517931300
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NORTH ST PAUL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 2290 N 1ST ST, NORTH ST PAUL, MN, 55109 |
(651) 747-2700
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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office
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College | 10.3 mi away | 30 East 7TH ST, ST PAUL, MN, 55101 |
8004568519
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WILDWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 763 STILLWATER ROAD, MAHTOMEDI, MN, 55115 |
(651) 426-2042
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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 STILLWATER 2SW, MN US, located 4.4 miles from ZCTA5 55042. 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° | 5.0° | 13.6° | 0.85" | — |
| February | 27.7° | 7.8° | 17.8° | 0.92" | — |
| March | 40.7° | 20.0° | 30.3° | 1.62" | — |
| April | 55.1° | 33.9° | 44.5° | 2.97" | — |
| May | 67.2° | 46.9° | 57.1° | 4.17" | — |
| June | 75.8° | 57.5° | 66.6° | 4.79" | — |
| July | 79.3° | 62.3° | 70.8° | 4.38" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 60.4° | 69.1° | 4.41" | — |
| September | 70.7° | 51.2° | 60.9° | 3.32" | — |
| October | 57.7° | 38.0° | 47.8° | 2.74" | — |
| November | 41.4° | 25.1° | 33.3° | 1.82" | — |
| December | 27.5° | 12.5° | 20.0° | 1.21" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Elmo city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Oakdale city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Pine Springs city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Landfall city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Oak Park Heights city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| North St. Paul city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55042. • 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.