ZIP Code 55990, Minnesota
ZIP Code 55990 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 55990 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fillmore County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 899. The land area covers 43.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | ±111 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 392 | ±54 | 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 | 414 | ±56 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 392 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 22 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | $230,800 | ±$20,014 |
| Median Gross Rent | $843 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | ±$15,176 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,609 | ±$4,530 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 68 | ±34 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 502 | ±68 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±0.9% |
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: 21,502 (2024)
ID: 167357
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR/TREASURER
PO BOX 466, PRESTON MN 55965-0466
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | STEWARTVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | STEWARTVILLE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | LEROY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CHATFIELD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CHATFIELD, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | STEWARTVILLE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | SPRING VALLEY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PRESTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HARMONY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CHATFIELD, 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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Rochester Community and Technical College
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College | 21.4 mi away | 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN, 55904-4999 |
5072857245
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SPRING VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 121 WEST JEFFERSON ST, SPRING VALLEY, MN, 55975 |
(507) 346-2100
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University of Minnesota-Rochester
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College | 22.7 mi away | 111 South Broadway, Suite 300, Rochester, MN, 55904 |
8772804699
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CHATFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 314 S MAIN STREET, CHATFIELD, MN, 55923 |
(507) 867-3480
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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
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College | 22.8 mi away | 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN, 55905 |
5072843208
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PRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 101 ST PAUL ST NW, PRESTON, MN, 55965 |
(507) 765-4511
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LANESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 202 PARKWAY AVE. S., LANESBORO, MN, 55949 |
(507) 467-2649
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STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 110 2ND STREET SE, STEWARTVILLE, MN, 55976 |
(507) 533-4902
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GRAND MEADOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 125 GRAND AVE E, GRAND MEADOW, MN, 55936 |
(507) 754-5859
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HARMONY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 225 3RD AV SW, HARMONY, MN, 55939 |
(507) 886-8133
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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 PRESTON, MN US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 55990. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.6° | 4.1° | 13.8° | 1.09" | 11.0" |
| February | 28.2° | 8.0° | 18.1° | 1.18" | 8.2" |
| March | 40.9° | 20.6° | 30.7° | 2.00" | 7.5" |
| April | 55.4° | 32.1° | 43.7° | 3.84" | 2.5" |
| May | 67.6° | 43.7° | 55.7° | 4.52" | 0.3" |
| June | 77.7° | 54.0° | 65.9° | 5.95" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.1° | 58.2° | 69.6° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.3° | 55.7° | 67.5° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.5° | 47.3° | 59.9° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.8° | 34.6° | 46.7° | 2.73" | 0.3" |
| November | 42.7° | 23.2° | 33.0° | 1.89" | 2.6" |
| December | 29.4° | 11.7° | 20.5° | 1.44" | 9.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wykoff city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fountain city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Spring Valley city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Chatfield city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Preston city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Ostrander city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 55990. • 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.