ZIP Code 55318, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55318 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55318 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carver County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,369. The land area covers 39.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,369 | ±305 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,705 | ±361 | 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 | 11,821 | ±362 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,705 | ±361 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 116 | ±92 |
| Median Home Value | $420,400 | ±$25,054 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,555 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $112,243 | ±$7,068 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,112 | ±$3,138 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,700 | ±502 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,247 | ±712 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±1.3% |
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: 112,628 (2024)
ID: 167352
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PROJECT COMMUNICATION MGR
600 E 4TH ST, CHASKA MN 55378
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CHASKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | CHASKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CHASKA, 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 | MINNETRISTA, 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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Crown College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 8700 College View Drive, Saint Bonifacius, MN, 55375-9001 |
9524464100
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CHASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 3 CITY HALL PLAZA, CHASKA, MN, 55318 |
(952) 303-0402
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Adler Graduate School
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College | 12.5 mi away | 10225 Yellow Circle Dr., Minnetonka, MN, 55343 |
6128617554
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CARVER COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 604 EAST FOURTH STREET, CHASKA, MN, 55318 |
(952) 361-1564
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Bethany Global University
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College | 13.0 mi away | 6820 Auto Club Road, Bloomington, MN, 55438-2849 |
8003233417
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VICTORIA LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 1670 STIEGER LAKE LANE, VICTORIA, MN, 55386 |
(952) 303-0404
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Normandale Community College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 9700 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431-4399 |
9523588200
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SCOTT COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 200 FOURTH AVENUE WEST, SHAKOPEE, MN, 55379 |
(952) 496-8713
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Herzing University-Minneapolis
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College | 16.0 mi away | 435 Ford Road, St. Louis Park, MN, 55426 |
7635353000
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SHAKOPEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 235 S LEWIS STREET, SHAKOPEE, MN, 55379 |
(952) 233-9590
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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 CHASKA 2NW, MN US, located 0.3 miles from ZCTA5 55318. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.6° | 3.9° | 13.2° | 0.85" | 7.8" |
| February | 27.2° | 7.4° | 17.3° | 0.90" | 11.4" |
| March | 40.2° | 19.1° | 29.7° | 1.66" | 8.0" |
| April | 55.5° | 33.0° | 44.3° | 3.24" | 4.0" |
| May | 68.0° | 44.4° | 56.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.0° | 55.5° | 66.8° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.6° | 60.2° | 71.4° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 57.9° | 69.1° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.3° | 49.7° | 61.5° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.3° | 36.4° | 47.4° | 2.84" | 0.3" |
| November | 41.4° | 23.7° | 32.6° | 1.65" | 3.5" |
| December | 28.0° | 11.5° | 19.7° | 1.32" | 16.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaska city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Carver city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Chanhassen city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Victoria city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Shorewood city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Excelsior city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55318. • 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.