ZIP Code 56266, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56266 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56266 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Brown County / Redwood County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,583. The land area covers 99.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,583 | ±139 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 630 | ±54 | 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 | 688 | ±56 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 630 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 58 | ±27 |
| Median Home Value | $143,400 | ±$14,259 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,047 | ±$454 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,000 | ±$13,279 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,496 | ±$2,358 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 142 | ±43 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.4% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 800 | ±68 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.8% | ±3.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 25,710 (2024)
ID: 184141
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
14 S STATE ST, NEW ULM MN 56073-3154
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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 | RUSH CITY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FRANKLIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MORGAN, 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 | SLEEPY EYE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SLEEPY EYE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SPRINGFIELD, 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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Martin Luther College
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College | 23.3 mi away | 1995 Luther Ct, New Ulm, MN, 56073-3965 |
5073548221211
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MORGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 210 VERNON AVENUE, MORGAN, MN, 56266 |
(507) 249-3153
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FAIRFAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 101 1ST STREET SE, FAIRFAX, MN, 55332 |
(507) 426-7269
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SLEEPY EYE: DYCKMAN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 345 WEST MAIN STREET, SLEEPY EYE, MN, 56085 |
(507) 794-7655
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REDWOOD FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 509 SOUTH LINCOLN STREET, REDWOOD FALLS, MN, 56283 |
(507) 616-7420
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SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 120 NORTH CASS AVENUE, SPRINGFIELD, MN, 56087 |
(507) 723-3510
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WABASSO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 1248 OAK ST, WABASSO, MN, 56293 |
(507) 342-5279
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GIBBON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 1050 ADAMS AVE, GIBBON, MN, 55335 |
(507) 834-6640
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COMFREY AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 306 BROWN STREET WEST, COMFREY, MN, 56019 |
(507) 877-6600
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LAMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 101 E 2ND AVENUE, LAMBERTON, MN, 56152 |
(507) 752-7220
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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 MUNI AP, MN US, located 12.0 miles from ZCTA5 56266. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.4° | 5.7° | 14.6° | 0.58" | — |
| February | 27.8° | 9.6° | 18.7° | 0.67" | — |
| March | 40.5° | 22.5° | 31.5° | 1.50" | — |
| April | 56.6° | 34.9° | 45.7° | 2.64" | — |
| May | 69.9° | 47.5° | 58.7° | 3.65" | — |
| June | 79.8° | 58.1° | 68.9° | 4.66" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 61.6° | 72.6° | 3.37" | — |
| August | 81.0° | 59.0° | 70.0° | 4.00" | — |
| September | 74.3° | 50.2° | 62.3° | 2.85" | — |
| October | 59.2° | 37.3° | 48.3° | 2.21" | — |
| November | 42.2° | 23.9° | 33.1° | 1.19" | — |
| December | 28.2° | 11.7° | 20.0° | 0.69" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan city | City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Evan city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Clements city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Franklin city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Morton city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Cobden city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56266. • 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.