ZIP Code 56176, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56176 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56176 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Martin County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 888. The land area covers 62.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | ±113 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 401 | ±46 | 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 | 431 | ±48 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 401 | ±46 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 30 | ±20 |
| Median Home Value | $126,500 | ±$17,563 |
| Median Gross Rent | $620 | ±$74 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,125 | ±$10,258 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,213 | ±$5,658 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 85 | ±51 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.9% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 451 | ±59 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±4.8% |
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: 19,561 (2024)
ID: 167368
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COORDINATOR
201 LAKE AVENUE, FAIRMONT MN 56031
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular public school district Serving District | PK-12 | ROYALTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SAINT JAMES, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BUTTERFIELD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BUTTERFIELD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | JACKSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | JACKSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MOUNTAIN LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MOUNTAIN LAKE, 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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TRIMONT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 190 MAIN STREET WEST, TRIMONT, MN, 56176 |
(507) 639-2571
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SHERBURN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 27 N. MAIN ST., SHERBURN, MN, 56171 |
(507) 764-7611
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BUTTERFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 111 2ND STREET N., BUTTERFIELD, MN, 56120 |
(507) 956-2361
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ST. JAMES-WATONWAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 125 5TH STREET S, ST JAMES, MN, 56081 |
(507) 375-1278
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TRUMAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 101 EAST CIRO STREET, TRUMAN, MN, 56088 |
(507) 776-2717
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MOUNTAIN LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 1054 4TH AVENUE, MOUNTAIN LAKE, MN, 56159 |
(507) 427-2506
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FAIRMONT (CENTRAL)
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 110 NORTH PARK STREET, FAIRMONT, MN, 56031 |
(507) 238-4207
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LEWISVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 105 LEWIS STREET WEST, LEWISVILLE, MN, 56060 |
(507) 435-2781
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JACKSON COUNTY CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 311 THIRD STREET, JACKSON, MN, 56143 |
(507) 847-4748
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DARFUR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 200 ADRIAN ST., DARFUR, MN, 56022 |
(507) 877-5010
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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 SHERBURN 3WSW, MN US, located 10.9 miles from ZCTA5 56176. 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° | 5.6° | 14.6° | 0.64" | — |
| February | 27.9° | 9.9° | 18.9° | 0.79" | — |
| March | 40.2° | 22.4° | 31.3° | 1.45" | — |
| April | 56.6° | 33.8° | 45.2° | 3.15" | — |
| May | 68.8° | 47.0° | 57.9° | 4.83" | — |
| June | 79.4° | 57.7° | 68.5° | 4.82" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 61.3° | 71.5° | 4.05" | — |
| August | 79.3° | 58.2° | 68.8° | 2.77" | — |
| September | 73.9° | 49.4° | 61.7° | 3.08" | — |
| October | 60.3° | 36.3° | 48.3° | 2.87" | — |
| November | 43.3° | 23.3° | 33.3° | 1.37" | — |
| December | 28.7° | 12.4° | 20.5° | 0.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimont city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ormsby city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Odin city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Sherburn city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Welcome city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Alpha city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56176. • 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.