ZIP Code 55973, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55973 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55973 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dodge County / Mower County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 251. The land area covers 29.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | ±39 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 99 | ±14 | 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 | 110 | ±18 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 99 | ±14 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 11 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | $286,100 | ±$64,256 |
| 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 | $110,417 | ±$42,788 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,778 | ±$7,821 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 17 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.3% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 149 | ±26 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.9% | ±10% |
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: 21,242 (2024)
ID: 204732
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
721 MAIN ST N, DEPT 31, MANTORVILLE MN 55955
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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 | KG-02 | STEWARTVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROCHESTER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | AUSTIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | STEWARTVILLE, 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 | 14.4 mi away | 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN, 55912-1473 |
5074330600
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BROWNSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 103 E MAIN ST, BROWNSDALE, MN, 55918 |
(507) 567-9951
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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
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College | 21.2 mi away | 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN, 55905 |
5072843208
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GRAND MEADOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 125 GRAND AVE E, GRAND MEADOW, MN, 55936 |
(507) 754-5859
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University of Minnesota-Rochester
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College | 21.3 mi away | 111 South Broadway, Suite 300, Rochester, MN, 55904 |
8772804699
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AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 323 FOURTH AVE NE, AUSTIN, MN, 55912 |
(507) 433-2391
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Rochester Community and Technical College
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College | 22.5 mi away | 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN, 55904-4999 |
5072857245
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BLOOMING PRAIRIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 138 HIGHWAY AVE SOUTH, BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN, 55917 |
(507) 583-7750
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 23.2 mi away | 5979 Bandel Road, Rochester, MN, 55901 |
5072806910
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STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 110 2ND STREET SE, STEWARTVILLE, MN, 55976 |
(507) 533-4902
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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 GRAND MEADOW, MN US, located 12.6 miles from ZCTA5 55973. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.9° | 4.6° | 12.7° | 1.02" | 11.0" |
| February | 25.3° | 8.2° | 16.8° | 0.87" | 10.8" |
| March | 37.9° | 20.1° | 29.0° | 1.85" | 8.5" |
| April | 53.5° | 31.9° | 42.7° | 3.90" | 2.9" |
| May | 66.1° | 44.3° | 55.2° | 5.06" | 0.5" |
| June | 76.2° | 55.7° | 66.0° | 5.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.3° | 58.6° | 69.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.4° | 56.0° | 66.7° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.1° | 47.8° | 59.4° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.2° | 35.3° | 46.2° | 2.95" | 0.6" |
| November | 40.6° | 23.4° | 32.0° | 1.82" | 2.5" |
| December | 27.1° | 12.2° | 19.6° | 1.25" | 13.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sargeant city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Waltham city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Brownsdale city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Hayfield city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Dexter city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Lansing CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55973. • 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.