ZIP Code 55371, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55371 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55371 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Benton County / Isanti County / Mille Lacs County / Sherburne County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,103. The land area covers 195.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,103 | ±671 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,440 | ±270 | 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 | 6,972 | ±297 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,440 | ±270 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 532 | ±205 |
| Median Home Value | $327,200 | ±$13,977 |
| Median Gross Rent | $975 | ±$121 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,824 | ±$6,428 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,223 | ±$1,660 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,154 | ±259 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,430 | ±504 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±1.8% |
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: 41,881 (2024)
ID: 167350
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BENTON ADMINISTRATORS OFFICE
PO BOX 129, FOLEY MN 56329-0129
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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 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BECKER, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | ANOKA, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MILACA, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PRINCETON AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 100 S. 4TH AVENUE, PRINCETON, MN, 55371 |
(763) 389-3753
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MILACA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 235 1ST STREET EAST, MILACA, MN, 56353 |
(320) 983-3677
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FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 251 NORTH 4TH AVENUE, FOLEY, MN, 56329 |
(320) 968-6612
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ST. FRANCIS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 3519 BRIDGE ST NW, ST FRANCIS, MN, 55070 |
(763) 324-1580
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BOOKMOBILE - EAST CENTRAL
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 111 DELLWOOD ST N, CAMBRIDGE, MN, 55008 |
(763) 689-7390
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CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 111 DELLWOOD ST N, CAMBRIDGE, MN, 55008 |
(763) 689-7390
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BIG LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 790 MINNESOTA AVENUE, BIG LAKE, MN, 55309 |
(763) 263-6445
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BECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 11500 SHERBURNE AVENUE, BECKER, MN, 55308 |
(763) 261-4454
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ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 13020 ORONO PARKWAY, ELK RIVER, MN, 55330 |
(763) 441-1641
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MONTICELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 200 WEST 6TH STREET, MONTICELLO, MN, 55362 |
(763) 295-2322
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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 SANTIAGO 3 E, MN US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 55371. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.1° | 3.8° | 13.0° | 0.77" | 9.8" |
| February | 27.4° | 7.9° | 17.7° | 0.90" | 9.5" |
| March | 40.2° | 20.7° | 30.4° | 1.72" | 8.7" |
| April | 55.6° | 33.0° | 44.3° | 2.83" | 3.5" |
| May | 68.8° | 45.4° | 57.1° | 3.90" | 0.1" |
| June | 76.9° | 54.9° | 65.9° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 59.1° | 70.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.1° | 56.6° | 67.9° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.6° | 48.7° | 60.2° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.2° | 36.2° | 46.7° | 2.72" | 0.8" |
| November | 40.1° | 23.6° | 31.9° | 1.56" | 6.5" |
| December | 26.7° | 11.0° | 18.9° | 1.11" | 10.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Baldwin city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Pease city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Zimmerman city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Foreston city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| Milaca city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55371. • 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.