ZIP Code 56536, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56536 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56536 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clay County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 502. The land area covers 95.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | ±95 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 188 | ±30 | 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 | 198 | ±29 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 188 | ±30 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±9 |
| Median Home Value | $211,700 | ±$22,370 |
| Median Gross Rent | $531 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,375 | ±$20,822 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,206 | ±$6,158 |
| Poverty Rate | 14% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 70 | ±25 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 189 | ±39 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.5% | ±3.7% |
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: 66,848 (2024)
ID: 106723
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL
807 11TH ST N, MOORHEAD MN 56560-2069
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fargo, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fargo, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fargo, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fargo, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | GLYNDON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLYNDON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GLYNDON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | DILWORTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | MOORHEAD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fargo, ND |
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 State University Moorhead
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College | 16.2 mi away | 1104 Seventh Avenue South, Moorhead, MN, 56563 |
8005937246
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HAWLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 422 HARTFORD ST, HAWLEY, MN, 56549 |
(218) 483-4549
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North Dakota State University-Main Campus
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College | 16.4 mi away | 1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, ND, 58108-6050 |
7012318011
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NORTHPORT LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 2714 N BROADWAY, FARGO, ND, 58102 |
(701) 241-4026
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Concordia College at Moorhead
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College | 16.7 mi away | 901 S 8th St, Moorhead, MN, 56562 |
2182994200
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MOORHEAD LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 118 5TH ST S, MOORHEAD, MN, 56560 |
(218) 233-7594
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Lynnes Welding Training
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College Vocational | 17.8 mi away | 2717 3rd Ave N, Fargo, ND, 58102 |
7018932295
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FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 102 NORTH 3RD STREET, FARGO, ND, 58102 |
(701) 241-1472
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Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Fargo
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 3223 13 AVE S, Ste A, Fargo, ND, 58103 |
7012359910
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ADA LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 107 4TH AVE E, ADA, MN, 56510 |
(218) 784-4480
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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 GEORGETOWN 1 E, MN US, located 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 56536. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.3° | -0.9° | 8.2° | 0.74" | 7.9" |
| February | 22.2° | 3.4° | 12.8° | 0.72" | 7.5" |
| March | 36.7° | 17.9° | 27.3° | 1.21" | 5.7" |
| April | 54.4° | 31.7° | 43.0° | 1.36" | 4.7" |
| May | 69.2° | 44.3° | 56.7° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.2° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.3° | 70.7° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.9° | 56.8° | 68.9° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 48.3° | 60.1° | 2.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 56.1° | 35.9° | 46.0° | 2.13" | 1.4" |
| November | 37.6° | 20.9° | 29.3° | 0.77" | 3.5" |
| December | 23.3° | 7.1° | 15.2° | 0.97" | 10.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felton city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Borup city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Glyndon city | City | 11.9 mi | — |
| Georgetown city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| Ulen city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
| Hitterdal city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56536. • 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.