ZIP Code 56039, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56039 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56039 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Faribault County / Martin County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 880. The land area covers 92.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | ±88 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 344 | ±36 | 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 | 399 | ±46 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 344 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 55 | ±34 |
| Median Home Value | $159,300 | ±$8,489 |
| Median Gross Rent | $688 | ±$268 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,342 | ±$5,354 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,946 | ±$4,531 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 85 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 461 | ±53 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±2.6% |
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: 13,886 (2024)
ID: 167356
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTANT
PO BOX 130, 415 N MAIN ST, BLUE EARTH MN 56013
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-07 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRANADA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GRANADA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRANADA, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | FAIRMONT, 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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FAIRMONT (CENTRAL)
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 110 NORTH PARK STREET, FAIRMONT, MN, 56031 |
(507) 238-4207
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WINNEBAGO: MUIR LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 36 MAIN ST. N, WINNEBAGO, MN, 56098 |
(507) 893-3196
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BLUE EARTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 124 WEST 7TH STREET, BLUE EARTH, MN, 56013 |
(507) 526-5012
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TRUMAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 101 EAST CIRO STREET, TRUMAN, MN, 56088 |
(507) 776-2717
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ELMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 107 E. WILLIS STREET, ELMORE, MN, 56027 |
(507) 943-3150
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LEDYARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 220 EDMUNDS ST, LEDYARD, IA, 50556 |
(515) 646-3111
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LEWISVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 105 LEWIS STREET WEST, LEWISVILLE, MN, 56060 |
(507) 435-2781
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SWEA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 208 3RD ST N, SWEA CITY, IA, 50590 |
(515) 272-4216
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ARMSTRONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 308 6TH ST, ARMSTRONG, IA, 50514 |
(712) 868-3353
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SHERBURN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 27 N. MAIN ST., SHERBURN, MN, 56171 |
(507) 764-7611
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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 FAIRMONT, MN US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 56039. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.9° | 6.6° | 15.2° | 0.85" | — |
| February | 28.3° | 10.2° | 19.2° | 1.16" | — |
| March | 40.9° | 22.4° | 31.6° | 1.93" | — |
| April | 56.3° | 34.9° | 45.6° | 3.53" | — |
| May | 68.9° | 49.0° | 58.9° | 4.58" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 60.1° | 69.9° | 5.02" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 63.9° | 73.4° | 3.88" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 61.3° | 71.0° | 3.79" | — |
| September | 74.5° | 52.4° | 63.4° | 3.44" | — |
| October | 59.9° | 39.4° | 49.6° | 2.32" | — |
| November | 43.2° | 25.4° | 34.3° | 1.58" | — |
| December | 29.1° | 13.3° | 21.2° | 1.38" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granada city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Fairmont city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Northrop city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Winnebago city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| Blue Earth city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Truman city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56039. • 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.