ZIP Code 56523, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56523 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56523 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Polk County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 382. The land area covers 78.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | ±63 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 167 | ±28 | 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 | 189 | ±31 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 167 | ±28 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 22 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | $147,000 | ±$27,569 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$525 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | ±$5,090 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,482 | ±$6,576 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | ±8.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 47 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 194 | ±34 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.2% | ±5.4% |
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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COUNTY OF POLK
GUS Population: 30,413 (2024)
ID: 167375
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
612 N BROADWAY, STE 215, CROOKSTON MN 56716-1452
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Buxton, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Buxton, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CLIMAX, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CLIMAX, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | CROOKSTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CROOKSTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FISHER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FISHER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CROOKSTON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CROOKSTON, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Minnesota-Crookston
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College | 14.7 mi away | 2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN, 56716-5001 |
8008626466
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CLIMAX LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 104 W BROADWAY, CLIMAX, MN, 56523 |
(218) 857-2455
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Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Grand Forks
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College Vocational | 21.2 mi away | 2011 South Washington ST, Grand Forks, ND, 58201 |
7012359910
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CROOKSTON LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 110 N ASH, CROOKSTON, MN, 56716 |
(218) 281-4522
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University of North Dakota
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College | 23.1 mi away | 264 Centennial Drive, Stop 8193, Grand Forks, ND, 58202-8193 |
8002255863
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GRAND FORKS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 2110 LIBRARY CIRCLE, GRAND FORKS, ND, 58201 |
(701) 772-8116
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EAST GRAND FORKS CAMPBELL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 422 4TH STREET NORTHWEST, EAST GRAND FORKS, MN, 56721 |
(218) 773-9121
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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 CROOKSTON NW EXP STN, MN US, located 15.4 miles from ZCTA5 56523. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.8° | -3.6° | 6.1° | 0.51" | — |
| February | 20.4° | -0.2° | 10.1° | 0.53" | — |
| March | 34.0° | 14.8° | 24.4° | 0.73" | — |
| April | 51.3° | 30.1° | 40.7° | 1.27" | — |
| May | 66.6° | 42.8° | 54.7° | 2.75" | — |
| June | 76.0° | 54.3° | 65.1° | 4.15" | — |
| July | 80.3° | 57.8° | 69.1° | 3.27" | — |
| August | 79.6° | 55.2° | 67.4° | 2.97" | — |
| September | 70.4° | 46.0° | 58.2° | 2.60" | — |
| October | 54.1° | 33.3° | 43.7° | 2.09" | — |
| November | 36.2° | 18.8° | 27.5° | 0.82" | — |
| December | 22.4° | 5.2° | 13.8° | 0.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climax city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Nielsville city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Fisher city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
| Shelly city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Caledonia CDP | CDP | 13.0 mi | — |
| Crookston city | City | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56523. • 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.