ZIP Code 56214, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56214 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56214 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Redwood County / Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 648. The land area covers 63.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | ±98 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±9.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 253 | ±39 | 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 | 313 | ±45 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 253 | ±39 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 60 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $130,400 | ±$28,530 |
| Median Gross Rent | $838 | ±$119 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,694 | ±$17,784 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,953 | ±$5,866 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 71 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 307 | ±55 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.6% | ±8.9% |
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: 15,254 (2024)
ID: 208445
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 130, REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283-0130
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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 | GRANITE FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ECHO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ECHO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MILROY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RENVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RENVILLE, 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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Minnesota West Community and Technical College
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College | 17.9 mi away | 1593 11th Ave, Granite Falls, MN, 56241 |
8006582330
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REDWOOD FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 509 SOUTH LINCOLN STREET, REDWOOD FALLS, MN, 56283 |
(507) 616-7420
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Southwest Minnesota State University
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College | 24.0 mi away | 1501 State St, Marshall, MN, 56258-5468 |
5075377678
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RENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 221 N. MAIN STREET, RENVILLE, MN, 56284 |
(320) 329-8193
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WABASSO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 1248 OAK ST, WABASSO, MN, 56293 |
(507) 342-5279
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COTTONWOOD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 86 WEST MAIN STREET, COTTONWOOD, MN, 56229 |
(507) 423-6488
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GRANITE FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 155 7TH AVENUE, GRANITE FALLS, MN, 56241 |
(320) 564-3738
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OLIVIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 405 SOUTH 10TH STREET, OLIVIA, MN, 56277 |
(320) 523-1738
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MAYNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 123 MABEL AVENUE, MAYNARD, MN, 56260 |
(320) 367-2143
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BIRD ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 260 S. MAIN, BIRD ISLAND, MN, 55310 |
(320) 365-4640
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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 REDWOOD FALLS, MN US, located 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 56214. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.6° | 4.3° | 13.5° | 0.67" | 7.1" |
| February | 28.2° | 8.4° | 18.3° | 0.92" | 9.3" |
| March | 40.1° | 20.9° | 30.5° | 1.63" | 8.9" |
| April | 56.0° | 33.6° | 44.8° | 2.86" | 3.9" |
| May | 69.1° | 46.3° | 57.7° | 4.10" | 0.1" |
| June | 78.7° | 57.4° | 68.0° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.2° | 60.5° | 71.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 58.9° | 70.0° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 50.0° | 62.0° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 36.4° | 47.9° | 2.38" | 0.5" |
| November | 42.1° | 23.6° | 32.8° | 1.31" | 4.4" |
| December | 27.8° | 11.6° | 19.7° | 0.95" | 9.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belview city | City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Echo city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Delhi city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Vesta city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Seaforth city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Wood Lake city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56214. • 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.