| ZIP Code | 55025 |
|---|---|
| City | Forest Lake |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 651 |
| Elevation | 887 ft |
| Latitude | 45.260352 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.016529 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 163 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,488 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 1,832 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 2,432 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,980 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,252 (36.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,993 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $385,800 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,355/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,522 |
| Vacant Units | 496 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,522 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 496 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 55025 is located in Forest Lake, Minnesota, within Washington County. With a population of 25,759, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 55025 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,993 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55025 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $385,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,355 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 55025 is primarily White (83.89%). Residents are well-educated — 48.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55025 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 55025 in Forest Lake, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,759 residents, a median household income of $95,993, and a median home value of $385,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.