ZIP Code 56641, Minnesota
ZIP Code 56641 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 56641 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cass County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 339. The land area covers 31.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | ±55 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 145 | ±24 | 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 | 301 | ±37 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 145 | ±24 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 156 | ±26 |
| Median Home Value | $159,000 | ±$12,365 |
| Median Gross Rent | $917 | ±$195 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,688 | ±$21,593 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,940 | ±$4,103 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% | ±7.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 73 | ±28 |
| Unemployment Rate | 23.9% | ±22.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 102 | ±21 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±8.9% |
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: 31,442 (2024)
ID: 208442
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CASS COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER
PO BOX 3000, 303 MINNESOTA AVE, WALKER MN 56484-2270
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Bena, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | REMER, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | WALKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | WALKER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | WALKER, MN | |
| 5 Nearby | 3-13 | WALKER, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 4 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Leech Lake Tribal College
|
College | 22.7 mi away | 6945 Little Wolf Road NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633 |
2183354200
|
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LONGVILLE: MARGARET WELCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 5051 HIGHWAY 84 NORTH, LONGVILLE, MN, 56655 |
(218) 363-2710
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WALKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 203 TOWER AVE W, WALKER, MN, 56484 |
(218) 547-1019
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CASS LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 223 CEDAR, CASS LAKE, MN, 56633 |
(218) 335-8865
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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 LEECH LAKE, MN US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 56641. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.6° | -2.3° | 7.7° | 0.68" | 9.3" |
| February | 23.8° | 1.2° | 12.5° | 0.68" | 7.2" |
| March | 37.4° | 15.1° | 26.2° | 1.11" | 6.8" |
| April | 51.8° | 29.4° | 40.6° | 1.86" | 5.9" |
| May | 66.1° | 42.7° | 54.4° | 2.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.4° | 53.5° | 64.4° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.8° | 58.3° | 69.1° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.2° | 55.9° | 67.1° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.3° | 47.1° | 58.2° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.1° | 35.0° | 44.5° | 2.51" | 1.1" |
| November | 36.4° | 21.3° | 28.9° | 1.22" | 6.8" |
| December | 23.1° | 6.8° | 15.0° | 1.09" | 11.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Dam city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Boy River city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Bena city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Whipholt CDP | CDP | 12.6 mi | — |
| Longville city | City | 15.0 mi | — |
| Ball Club CDP | CDP | 17.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 56641. • 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.