ZIP Code 56096, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56096 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56096 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Le Sueur County / Rice County / Waseca County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,953. The land area covers 55.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,953 | ±201 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,282 | ±93 | 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 | 1,605 | ±108 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,282 | ±93 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 323 | ±84 |
| Median Home Value | $278,000 | ±$21,598 |
| Median Gross Rent | $886 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,679 | ±$11,742 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,072 | ±$2,578 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 261 | ±89 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,489 | ±148 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 29,458 (2024)
ID: 128640
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
88 S PARK AVE, LE CENTER MN 56057
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | FARIBAULT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CLEVELAND, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CLEVELAND, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | FARIBAULT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CLEVELAND, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | EAGLE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | WASECA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | JANESVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | JANESVILLE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | FARIBAULT, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Gustavus Adolphus College
|
College | 19.0 mi away | 800 West College Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, 56082-1498 |
5079338000
|
|
WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 2.6 mi away | 210 E PAQUIN ST, WATERVILLE, MN, 56096 |
(507) 362-8462
|
|
Bethany Lutheran College
|
College | 19.9 mi away | 700 Luther Dr, Mankato, MN, 56001 |
5073447000
|
|
ELYSIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 4.7 mi away | 132 MAIN STREET EAST, ELYSIAN, MN, 56028 |
(507) 267-4411
|
|
Minnesota State University-Mankato
|
College | 20.8 mi away | South Rd and Ellis Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001 |
5073891866
|
|
JANESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 10.2 mi away | 102 W SECOND, JANESVILLE, MN, 56048 |
(507) 234-6605
|
|
South Central College
|
College | 22.5 mi away | 1920 Lee Blvd, North Mankato, MN, 56003-1920 |
5073897200
|
|
LE CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 11.9 mi away | 10 W TYRONE STREET, LE CENTER, MN, 56057 |
(507) 357-6792
|
|
WASECA PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 12.3 mi away | 408 N STATE ST, WASECA, MN, 56093 |
(507) 835-2910
|
|
MONTGOMERY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 13.2 mi away | 104 OAK AVE SE, MONTGOMERY, MN, 56069 |
(507) 364-7615
|
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 WASECA S RSCH & OUTREACH CTR, MN US, located 12.6 miles from ZCTA5 56096. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.7° | 4.8° | 13.2° | 1.27" | 10.7" |
| February | 26.4° | 8.7° | 17.5° | 1.20" | 10.8" |
| March | 39.1° | 22.3° | 30.7° | 2.25" | 9.0" |
| April | 55.2° | 34.9° | 45.1° | 3.30" | 3.0" |
| May | 68.1° | 47.8° | 57.9° | 4.47" | 0.4" |
| June | 78.3° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.3° | 61.4° | 71.4° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.1° | 59.0° | 69.0° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 50.4° | 61.6° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.7° | 36.9° | 47.8° | 2.77" | 0.7" |
| November | 41.4° | 24.4° | 32.9° | 1.89" | 5.8" |
| December | 27.5° | 12.1° | 19.8° | 1.50" | 11.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterville city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Elysian city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Kilkenny city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Morristown city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Janesville city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Madison Lake city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56096. • 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.