ZIP Code 55950, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55950 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55950 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mower County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 129. The land area covers 0.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | ±44 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.9 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 67 | ±23 | 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 | 82 | ±24 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 67 | ±23 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | $162,500 | ±$134,008 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,250 | ±$2,031 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,797 | ±$11,937 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.4% | ±13.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 27 | ±19 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±18.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 53 | ±22 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70.1% | ±17.6% |
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: 40,900 (2024)
ID: 184129
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COORDINATOR
201 1ST ST NE, STE 9, AUSTIN MN 55912
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | AUSTIN, 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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Riverland Community College
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College | 4.9 mi away | 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN, 55912-1473 |
5074330600
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BROWNSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 103 E MAIN ST, BROWNSDALE, MN, 55918 |
(507) 567-9951
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AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 323 FOURTH AVE NE, AUSTIN, MN, 55912 |
(507) 433-2391
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BLOOMING PRAIRIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 138 HIGHWAY AVE SOUTH, BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN, 55917 |
(507) 583-7750
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GRAND MEADOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 125 GRAND AVE E, GRAND MEADOW, MN, 55936 |
(507) 754-5859
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DODGE CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 13 1ST AVENUE NW, DODGE CENTER, MN, 55927 |
(507) 374-2275
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ALBERT LEA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 211 E CLARK ST, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007 |
(507) 377-4350
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KASSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 607 FIRST STREET NW, KASSON, MN, 55944 |
(507) 634-7615
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STACYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 106 N BROAD ST, STACYVILLE, IA, 50476 |
(641) 710-2531
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NORTHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 906 1ST AVE S, NORTHWOOD, IA, 50459 |
(641) 324-1340
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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 AUSTIN WASTE WTP FACILITY, MN US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 55950. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9° | 5.4° | 13.7° | 1.12" | 11.0" |
| February | 26.4° | 9.1° | 17.8° | 1.10" | 10.4" |
| March | 39.2° | 22.7° | 31.0° | 2.03" | 7.5" |
| April | 54.9° | 35.2° | 45.0° | 3.67" | 2.2" |
| May | 67.5° | 47.5° | 57.5° | 4.99" | 0.3" |
| June | 77.6° | 58.2° | 67.9° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.8° | 61.2° | 71.0° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 58.7° | 68.7° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.2° | 50.0° | 61.1° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.3° | 37.5° | 47.9° | 2.63" | 0.4" |
| November | 41.5° | 24.7° | 33.1° | 1.84" | 2.3" |
| December | 27.9° | 13.0° | 20.5° | 1.25" | 9.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing CDP | CDP | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mapleview city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Brownsdale city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Austin city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Waltham city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Sargeant city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55950. • 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.