ZIP Code 55426, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55426 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55426 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hennepin County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,251. The land area covers 6.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,251 | ±982 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,820 | ±390 | 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 | 12,417 | ±391 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,820 | ±390 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 597 | ±202 |
| Median Home Value | $364,600 | ±$9,346 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,539 | ±$94 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $99,347 | ±$6,713 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,202 | ±$3,248 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,910 | ±682 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,367 | ±828 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±2% |
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: 1,273,334 (2024)
ID: 167358
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
300 S 6TH ST, STE A2400, MINNEAPOLIS MN 55487-0999
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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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ROSEMOUNT, 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 |
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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Herzing University-Minneapolis
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College | 1.7 mi away | 435 Ford Road, St. Louis Park, MN, 55426 |
7635353000
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ST. LOUIS PARK LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3240 LIBRARY LANE, ST LOUIS PARK, MN, 55426 |
(612) 543-6125
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Adler Graduate School
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College | 4.6 mi away | 10225 Yellow Circle Dr., Minnetonka, MN, 55343 |
6128617554
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GOLDEN VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 830 WINNETKA AVENUE NORTH, GOLDEN VALLEY, MN, 55427 |
(612) 543-6375
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Dunwoody College of Technology
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College | 4.6 mi away | 818 Dunwoody Blvd, Minneapolis, MN, 55403-1192 |
6123745800
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HOPKINS LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 22 11TH AVENUE NORTH, HOPKINS, MN, 55343 |
(612) 543-6400
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Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 935 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN, 55405 |
6123770150
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RIDGEDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 12601 RIDGEDALE DRIVE, MINNETONKA, MN, 55305 |
(612) 543-8800
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Minneapolis Community and Technical College
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College | 4.9 mi away | 1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403-1779 |
6126596000
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EDINA LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 5280 GRANDVIEW SQUARE, EDINA, MN, 55436 |
(612) 543-6325
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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 NEW HOPE, MN US, located 3.7 miles from ZCTA5 55426. 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° | 7.0° | 15.3° | 0.95" | 10.1" |
| February | 28.8° | 10.8° | 19.8° | 1.02" | 10.1" |
| March | 41.9° | 22.8° | 32.4° | 1.88" | 9.0" |
| April | 56.7° | 35.2° | 45.9° | 3.31" | 5.1" |
| May | 69.0° | 47.7° | 58.4° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.2° | 58.1° | 68.2° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 63.1° | 72.7° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.7° | 60.8° | 70.3° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.8° | 52.4° | 62.1° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.4° | 39.0° | 48.2° | 2.98" | 0.8" |
| November | 41.4° | 25.8° | 33.6° | 1.87" | 6.9" |
| December | 28.5° | 13.6° | 21.0° | 1.40" | 12.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Park city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hopkins city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Golden Valley city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Medicine Lake city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Minnetonka city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Edina city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55426. • 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.