ZIP Code 55121, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dakota County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,198. The land area covers 9.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,198 | ±669 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,199 | ±324 | 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 | 4,397 | ±298 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,199 | ±324 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 198 | ±126 |
| Median Home Value | $301,400 | ±$49,670 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,723 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,152 | ±$8,411 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,298 | ±$5,364 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 552 | ±243 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,612 | ±450 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±9.4% |
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: 453,156 (2024)
ID: 106725
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF PLANNING AND ANALYSIS DIRE
1590 HIGHWAY 55, HASTINGS MN 55033-2372
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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 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-09 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT LOUIS PARK, 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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Crescent Training dba Crescent Career Center
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College Vocational | 1.4 mi away | 1171 Northland Dr, Mendota Heights, MN, 55120 |
6512879950
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EAGAN: WESCOTT COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 1340 WESCOTT ROAD, EAGAN, MN, 55123 |
(651) 450-2900
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Inver Hills Community College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 2500 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076-3224 |
6514503000
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HIGHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 1974 FORD PARKWAY, SAINT PAUL, MN, 55116 |
(651) 695-3700
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St Catherine University
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College | 5.6 mi away | 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55105 |
6516906000
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INVER GROVE HEIGHTS: INVER GLEN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 8098 BLAINE AVENUE, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN, 55076 |
(651) 554-6840
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Empire Beauty School-Bloomington
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College Vocational | 6.4 mi away | 9749 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55420-4232 |
8009204593
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OXBORO LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 8801 PORTLAND AVENUE SOUTH, BLOOMINGTON, MN, 55420 |
(612) 543-5775
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Macalester College
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College | 6.4 mi away | 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55105-1899 |
6516966000
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NOKOMIS LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 5100 34TH AVENUE S, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55417 |
(612) 543-6800
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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 MINNEAPOLIS/ST PAUL AP, MN US, located 4.3 miles from ZCTA5 55121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.6° | 8.8° | 16.2° | 0.89" | 11.0" |
| February | 28.5° | 12.7° | 20.6° | 0.87" | 9.5" |
| March | 41.7° | 24.9° | 33.3° | 1.68" | 8.2" |
| April | 56.6° | 37.5° | 47.1° | 2.91" | 3.5" |
| May | 69.2° | 49.9° | 59.5° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.0° | 60.4° | 69.7° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 65.3° | 74.3° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.7° | 62.8° | 71.8° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 54.2° | 63.5° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.1° | 40.9° | 49.5° | 2.58" | 0.8" |
| November | 41.9° | 27.7° | 34.8° | 1.61" | 6.8" |
| December | 28.8° | 15.2° | 22.0° | 1.17" | 11.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagan city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mendota Heights city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Mendota city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Sunfish Lake city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Lilydale city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Inver Grove Heights city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55121. • 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.