ZIP Code 56271, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56271 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56271 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chippewa County / Swift County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,334. The land area covers 151.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | ±170 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 515 | ±69 | 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 | 585 | ±74 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 515 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 70 | ±26 |
| Median Home Value | $222,700 | ±$37,148 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,053 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,861 | ±$13,986 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,539 | ±$4,650 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±8.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 232 | ±116 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 573 | ±80 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 71.8% | ±13.1% |
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: 12,299 (2024)
ID: 167353
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR TREAS
629 NORTH 11TH STREET, MONTEVIDEO MN 56265
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | KERKHOVEN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | KERKHOVEN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MURDOCK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BENSON, 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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Ridgewater College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 2101 15th Ave NW, Willmar, MN, 56201 |
8007221151
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KERKHOVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 208 N. 10TH STREET, KERKHOVEN, MN, 56252 |
(320) 264-2141
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BENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 200 13TH STREET NORTH, BENSON, MN, 56215 |
(320) 842-7981
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RAYMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 208 SPICER AVENUE, RAYMOND, MN, 56282 |
(320) 967-4411
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WILLMAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 410 5TH STREET SW, WILLMAR, MN, 56201 |
(320) 235-3162
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CLARA CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 126 N MAIN STREET, CLARA CITY, MN, 56222 |
(320) 847-3535
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SPICER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 198 MANITOBA, SPICER, MN, 56288 |
(320) 796-5560
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MAYNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 123 MABEL AVENUE, MAYNARD, MN, 56260 |
(320) 367-2143
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NEW LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 22 CENTRAL AVE E, NEW LONDON, MN, 56273 |
(320) 354-2943
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BELGRADE: MYRTLE MABEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 324 WASHBURN AVENUE, BELGRADE, MN, 56312 |
(320) 254-8842
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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 BENSON, MN US, located 11.1 miles from ZCTA5 56271. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2° | 0.8° | 11.0° | 0.74" | 8.3" |
| February | 26.0° | 4.8° | 15.4° | 0.81" | 8.5" |
| March | 39.1° | 18.4° | 28.7° | 1.50" | 7.1" |
| April | 55.7° | 32.5° | 44.1° | 2.59" | 4.2" |
| May | 69.4° | 45.9° | 57.6° | 3.34" | 0.1" |
| June | 79.3° | 57.0° | 68.1° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.3° | 61.0° | 72.2° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.9° | 58.5° | 69.7° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.8° | 49.4° | 61.6° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.5° | 35.2° | 46.8° | 2.45" | 0.3" |
| November | 40.8° | 21.5° | 31.2° | 1.24" | 5.7" |
| December | 26.5° | 8.3° | 17.4° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murdock city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| De Graff city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Kerkhoven city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Benson city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Sunburg city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Pennock city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56271. • 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.