| ZIP Code | 55046 |
|---|---|
| City | Lonsdale |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Rice County |
| Area Code | 507/924 |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft |
| Latitude | 44.442784 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.410436 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.90 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,185 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 468 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 573 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 498 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 865 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,982 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $331,100 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,256/mo ↓ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,202 |
| Vacant Units | 131 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 131 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
ZIP code 55046 is located in Lonsdale, Minnesota, within Rice County. With a population of 6,030, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.7 years. Economically, 55046 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,982 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55046 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $331,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,256 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 55046 is primarily White (95.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55046 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 55046 in Lonsdale, MN is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,030 residents, a median household income of $91,982, and a median home value of $331,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.