ZIP Code 55438, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55438 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55438 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hennepin County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,701. The land area covers 8.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,701 | ±995 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,158 | ±434 | 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 | 7,538 | ±414 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,158 | ±434 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 380 | ±159 |
| Median Home Value | $414,600 | ±$24,719 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,660 | ±$119 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $106,432 | ±$8,650 |
| Per Capita Income | $66,012 | ±$4,400 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 626 | ±279 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,383 | ±769 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±2.9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular public school district Serving District | PK-12 | WARROAD, MN | |
| 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 |
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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Bethany Global University
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College | 2.0 mi away | 6820 Auto Club Road, Bloomington, MN, 55438-2849 |
8003233417
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EDEN PRAIRIE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 565 PRAIRIE CENTER DRIVE, EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, 55344 |
(612) 543-6275
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Normandale Community College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 9700 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431-4399 |
9523588200
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PENN LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 8800 PENN AVENUE SOUTH, BLOOMINGTON, MN, 55431 |
(612) 543-5800
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Northwestern Health Sciences University
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College | 4.1 mi away | 2501 W 84th St, Bloomington, MN, 55431 |
9528884777
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SAVAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 13090 ALABAMA AV S, SAVAGE, MN, 55378 |
(952) 707-1770
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Academy College
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College | 4.8 mi away | 1600 W. 82nd Street, Suite 100, Bloomington, MN, 55431-1411 |
9528510066
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SOUTHDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 7001 YORK AVENUE SOUTH, EDINA, MN, 55435 |
(612) 543-5900
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Empire Beauty School-Bloomington
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College Vocational | 4.9 mi away | 9749 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55420-4232 |
8009204593
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OXBORO LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 8801 PORTLAND AVENUE SOUTH, BLOOMINGTON, MN, 55420 |
(612) 543-5775
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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 MPLS FLYING CLOUD AP, MN US, located 4.2 miles from ZCTA5 55438. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.4° | 7.7° | 16.1° | 0.69" | — |
| February | 28.6° | 11.5° | 20.0° | 0.62" | — |
| March | 41.9° | 24.3° | 33.1° | 1.46" | — |
| April | 57.1° | 37.1° | 47.1° | 2.73" | — |
| May | 70.0° | 49.3° | 59.7° | 3.85" | — |
| June | 79.4° | 59.3° | 69.4° | 4.67" | — |
| July | 83.7° | 64.0° | 73.8° | 4.34" | — |
| August | 81.2° | 61.6° | 71.4° | 4.66" | — |
| September | 73.7° | 53.3° | 63.5° | 3.05" | — |
| October | 59.0° | 40.1° | 49.5° | 2.26" | — |
| November | 42.5° | 27.0° | 34.7° | 1.41" | — |
| December | 29.1° | 14.0° | 21.5° | 0.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Eden Prairie city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Savage city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Edina city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Shakopee city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Richfield city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55438. • 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.