ZIP Code 55079, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55079 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55079 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anoka County / Chisago County / Isanti County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,508. The land area covers 63.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,508 | ±558 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,131 | ±236 | 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 | 3,263 | ±253 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,131 | ±236 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 132 | ±109 |
| Median Home Value | $352,200 | ±$15,422 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $114,614 | ±$5,801 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,568 | ±$3,061 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 362 | ±152 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,033 | ±416 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±3.1% |
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: 376,840 (2024)
ID: 167348
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
2100 3RD AVE, ANOKA MN 55303-2265
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANDOVER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANDOVER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | ISANTI, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | ISANTI, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | BLAINE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | CAMBRIDGE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | CAMBRIDGE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | CAMBRIDGE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | CAMBRIDGE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAMBRIDGE, 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 | 11.6 mi away | 15251 Pleasant Valley Rd, Center City, MN, 55012-0011 |
8882577800
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WYOMING AREA GIESE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 26855 FOREST BLVD., WYOMING, MN, 55092 |
(651) 462-9001
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Anoka-Ramsey Community College
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College | 22.9 mi away | 11200 Mississippi Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433-3470 |
7634331100
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NORTH BRANCH AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 6355 379TH ST., NORTH BRANCH, MN, 55056 |
(651) 674-8443
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Anoka Technical College
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College | 23.2 mi away | 1355 Highway 10 West, Anoka, MN, 55303 |
7634331100
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CHISAGO LAKES AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 11754 302ND ST., CHISAGO CITY, MN, 55013 |
(651) 257-2817
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Empire Beauty School-Spring Lake Park
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College Vocational | 23.6 mi away | 8205 University Ave, Spring Lake Park, MN, 55432 |
8009204593
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HARDWOOD CREEK LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 19955 FOREST ROAD NORTH, FOREST LAKE, MN, 55025 |
(651) 275-7300
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HAM LAKE: NORTH CENTRAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 17565 CENTRAL AVE NE, HAM LAKE, MN, 55304 |
(763) 324-1570
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BOOKMOBILE - EAST CENTRAL
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 111 DELLWOOD ST N, CAMBRIDGE, MN, 55008 |
(763) 689-7390
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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 FOREST LAKE 5NE, MN US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 55079. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2° | 3.0° | 13.6° | 0.88" | 9.6" |
| February | 30.1° | 6.3° | 18.2° | 0.90" | 9.3" |
| March | 43.0° | 18.9° | 31.0° | 1.70" | 9.2" |
| April | 57.6° | 32.6° | 45.1° | 3.00" | 3.7" |
| May | 69.8° | 45.4° | 57.6° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.1° | 56.0° | 67.6° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 60.2° | 71.8° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.5° | 58.3° | 69.9° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.7° | 50.0° | 61.9° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.9° | 37.1° | 48.5° | 2.91" | 0.6" |
| November | 43.0° | 23.6° | 33.3° | 1.80" | 7.4" |
| December | 28.9° | 10.7° | 19.8° | 1.17" | 11.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacy city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Martin Lake CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Wyoming city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Chisago City city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| North Branch city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Lindstrom city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55079. • 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.