ZIP Code 56146, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56146 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56146 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rock County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 55. The land area covers 0.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | ±14 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 26 | ±11 | 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 | 26 | ±11 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 26 | ±11 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $206,300 | ±$137,339 |
| Median Gross Rent | $713 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,500 | ±$18,995 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,502 | ±$4,995 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% | ±7.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2 | ±4 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±25% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 40 | ±11 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 9,525 (2024)
ID: 208446
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 509, LUVERNE MN 56156-0509
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ADRIAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ADRIAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ADRIAN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | ADRIAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Rock Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Rock Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ELLSWORTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ELLSWORTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Little Rock, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAVER CREEK, 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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ROCK COUNTY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 201 WEST MAIN, LUVERNE, MN, 56156 |
(507) 449-5040
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ADRIAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 214 MAINE AV, ADRIAN, MN, 56110 |
(507) 483-2541
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ROCK RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 102 S GREENE ST, ROCK RAPIDS, IA, 51246 |
(712) 472-3541
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LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 402 MAIN ST, LITTLE ROCK, IA, 51243 |
(712) 479-2298
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GEORGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 119 S MAIN ST, GEORGE, IA, 51237 |
(712) 475-3897
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VALLEY SPRINGS BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 401 BROADWAY AVE, VALLEY SPRINGS, SD, 57068 |
(605) 367-8051
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LARCHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 1020 BROADWAY, LARCHWOOD, IA, 51241 |
(712) 477-2583
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EDGERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 811 1ST AV W, EDGERTON, MN, 56128 |
(507) 442-7071
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SIBLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 406 9TH ST, SIBLEY, IA, 51249 |
(712) 754-2888
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GARRETSON BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 649 MAIN AVE., GARRETSON, SD, 57030 |
(605) 367-8039
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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 ROCK RAPIDS, IA US, located 10.9 miles from ZCTA5 56146. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.2° | 6.1° | 15.6° | 0.61" | 6.0" |
| February | 30.3° | 10.4° | 20.4° | 0.70" | 7.3" |
| March | 43.2° | 22.3° | 32.7° | 1.52" | 5.6" |
| April | 57.9° | 33.8° | 45.8° | 3.03" | 3.5" |
| May | 70.3° | 46.8° | 58.5° | 3.96" | 0.1" |
| June | 80.7° | 58.3° | 69.5° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.7° | 61.8° | 73.3° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.3° | 59.0° | 70.6° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.3° | 49.6° | 62.4° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.1° | 36.2° | 48.6° | 2.23" | 0.4" |
| November | 44.2° | 23.0° | 33.6° | 1.42" | 3.6" |
| December | 30.3° | 12.1° | 21.2° | 0.82" | 8.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Ellsworth city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Luverne city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Steen city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Adrian city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Rock Rapids city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56146. • 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.