ZIP Code 55720, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55720 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55720 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carlton County / St. Louis County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,448. The land area covers 156.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,448 | ±494 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,154 | ±291 | 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 | 7,692 | ±266 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,154 | ±291 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 538 | ±194 |
| Median Home Value | $223,200 | ±$8,201 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,023 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,167 | ±$3,298 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,770 | ±$3,324 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,410 | ±460 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,372 | ±386 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.7% | ±2.5% |
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: 36,745 (2024)
ID: 190529
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 130, 301 WALNUT AVE, CARLTON MN 55718-0130
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PROCTOR, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CARLTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CLOQUET, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | PROCTOR, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Cloquet, 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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Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
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College | 5.7 mi away | 2101 14th St, Cloquet, MN, 55720-2342 |
2188790800
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CLOQUET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 320 14TH ST, CLOQUET, MN, 55720 |
(218) 879-1531
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Lake Superior College
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College | 18.5 mi away | 2101 Trinity Rd, Duluth, MN, 55811-3399 |
8004322884
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CARLTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 310 CHESTNUT AVE, CARLTON, MN, 55718 |
(218) 384-3322
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The College of Saint Scholastica
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College | 20.7 mi away | 1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, MN, 55811-4199 |
2187236000
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WEST DULUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 5830 GRAND AVE., DULUTH, MN, 55807 |
(218) 730-4280
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University of Wisconsin-Superior
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College | 21.1 mi away | 1605 Catlin Ave, Superior, WI, 54880-4500 |
7153948101
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DULUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY - MAIN
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 520 W. SUPERIOR ST., DULUTH, MN, 55802 |
(218) 730-4200
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University of Minnesota-Duluth
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College | 21.7 mi away | 515 Darland Administration Bldg, Duluth, MN, 55812 |
2187268000
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SUPERIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 1530 TOWER AVE., SUPERIOR, WI, 54880 |
(715) 394-8860
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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 CLOQUET, MN US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 55720. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.2° | 1.7° | 9.9° | 1.00" | 13.5" |
| February | 24.0° | 4.6° | 14.3° | 0.98" | 13.5" |
| March | 36.8° | 16.1° | 26.4° | 1.44" | 10.3" |
| April | 50.4° | 27.9° | 39.1° | 2.41" | 6.4" |
| May | 64.3° | 38.4° | 51.4° | 3.48" | 0.3" |
| June | 73.5° | 47.8° | 60.7° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.5° | 54.0° | 66.3° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.2° | 53.0° | 64.6° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.2° | 45.6° | 56.4° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 51.7° | 34.3° | 43.0° | 3.26" | 1.8" |
| November | 35.0° | 21.9° | 28.4° | 1.82" | 9.6" |
| December | 22.7° | 9.0° | 15.8° | 1.46" | 15.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahnomen CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Cloquet city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Big Lake CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Scanlon city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Esko CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Carlton city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55720. • 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.