ZIP Code 56304, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56304 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56304 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Benton County / Sherburne County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,473. The land area covers 60.64 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,473 | ±308 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,134 | ±474 | 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 | 7,494 | ±489 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,134 | ±474 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 360 | ±199 |
| Median Home Value | $251,500 | ±$23,863 |
| Median Gross Rent | $956 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,148 | ±$4,006 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,477 | ±$2,796 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,707 | ±712 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.4% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,436 | ±425 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.4% | ±8.2% |
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: 41,881 (2024)
ID: 167350
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BENTON ADMINISTRATORS OFFICE
PO BOX 129, FOLEY MN 56329-0129
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | SAINT CLOUD, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | FOLEY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | KIMBALL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SARTELL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | SAUK RAPIDS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT CLOUD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | SAINT CLOUD, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BECKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BECKER, 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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Saint Cloud State University
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College | 4.9 mi away | 720 Fourth Ave. South, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301-4498 |
3203080121
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ST. CLOUD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1300 W. ST. GERMAIN ST., ST. CLOUD, MN, 56301 |
(320) 650-2500
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Model College of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 5.3 mi away | 201 Eighth Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301-4332 |
3202534222101
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CLEARWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 740 CLEARWATER CENTER, CLEARWATER, MN, 55320 |
(320) 558-6001
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St Cloud Technical and Community College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 1540 Northway Drive, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303-1240 |
3203085000
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WAITE PARK: AL RINGSMUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 253 N 5TH AV, WAITE PARK, MN, 56387 |
(320) 253-9359
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Rasmussen University-Minnesota
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College | 7.3 mi away | 226 Park Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN, 56301-3713 |
3202515600
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FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 251 NORTH 4TH AVENUE, FOLEY, MN, 56329 |
(320) 968-6612
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College of Saint Benedict
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College | 12.9 mi away | 37 S. College Ave., Saint Joseph, MN, 56374 |
3203635011
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BECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 11500 SHERBURNE AVENUE, BECKER, MN, 55308 |
(763) 261-4454
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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 ST CLOUD RGNL AP, MN US, located 0.9 miles from ZCTA5 56304. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.7° | 2.9° | 11.8° | 0.67" | 8.8" |
| February | 25.7° | 6.5° | 16.1° | 0.76" | 8.9" |
| March | 38.5° | 19.8° | 29.2° | 1.57" | 8.2" |
| April | 54.3° | 32.4° | 43.3° | 2.61" | 4.7" |
| May | 67.8° | 44.6° | 56.2° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.2° | 54.8° | 66.0° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.6° | 58.9° | 70.3° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 56.3° | 67.7° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.0° | 48.0° | 59.5° | 3.01" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.9° | 35.5° | 45.7° | 2.61" | 1.0" |
| November | 39.3° | 22.6° | 30.9° | 1.37" | 6.9" |
| December | 25.8° | 9.8° | 17.8° | 0.88" | 9.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Clear Lake city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Sauk Rapids city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Clearwater city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| St. Augusta city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Waite Park city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56304. • 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.