ZIP Code 55708, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55708 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55708 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. Louis County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 929. The land area covers 4.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | ±207 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±11.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 406 | ±82 | 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 | 466 | ±91 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 406 | ±82 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 60 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $110,300 | ±$10,780 |
| Median Gross Rent | $827 | ±$230 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,389 | ±$9,039 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,959 | ±$5,254 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 78 | ±32 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 406 | ±102 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±6.2% |
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: 200,794 (2024)
ID: 204734
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
100 N 5TH AVE W, ROOM 202, DULUTH MN 55802-1287
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MOUNTAIN IRON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | EVELETH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BRITT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MOUNTAIN IRON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | AURORA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | AURORA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MOUNTAIN IRON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | AURORA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MOUNTAIN IRON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | VIRGINIA, 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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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 14 WEST SECOND AVENUE NO, AURORA, MN, 55705 |
(218) 229-2021
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GILBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 17 N BROADWAY, GILBERT, MN, 55741 |
(218) 748-2230
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HOYT LAKES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 206 KENNEDY MEMORIAL DR, HOYT LAKES, MN, 55750 |
(218) 225-2412
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VIRGINIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 215 5TH AVENUE S, VIRGINIA, MN, 55792 |
(218) 748-7525
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EVELETH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 614 PIERCE STREET, EVELETH, MN, 55734 |
(218) 744-7499
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BOOKMOBILE - ARROWHEAD
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 5528 EMERALD AVENUE, MOUNTAIN IRON, MN, 55768 |
(218) 741-3840
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MOUNTAIN IRON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 5742 MOUNTAIN AVENUE, MOUNTAIN IRON, MN, 55768 |
(218) 735-8625
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KINNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 400 MAIN STREET, KINNEY, MN, 55758 |
(218) 258-2232
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BUHL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 400 JONES AVENUE, BUHL, MN, 55713 |
(218) 258-3391
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BABBITT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 71 SOUTH DRIVE, BABBITT, MN, 55706 |
(218) 827-3345
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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 EMBARRASS, MN US, located 8.9 miles from ZCTA5 55708. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.8° | -7.3° | 4.7° | 0.82" | — |
| February | 22.7° | -5.0° | 8.9° | 0.68" | — |
| March | 36.0° | 8.5° | 22.2° | 1.22" | — |
| April | 49.8° | 22.7° | 36.2° | 1.98" | — |
| May | 63.7° | 34.5° | 49.1° | 2.99" | — |
| June | 72.7° | 45.3° | 59.0° | 4.35" | — |
| July | 77.7° | 49.2° | 63.5° | 3.62" | — |
| August | 75.5° | 47.2° | 61.4° | 3.45" | — |
| September | 66.1° | 40.8° | 53.4° | 3.86" | — |
| October | 50.6° | 29.7° | 40.1° | 2.91" | — |
| November | 34.4° | 17.2° | 25.8° | 1.11" | — |
| December | 21.8° | 2.5° | 12.1° | 1.15" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biwabik city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| McKinley city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Aurora city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Gilbert city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Virginia city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Eveleth city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55708. • 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.