| ZIP Code | 55055 |
|---|---|
| City | Newport |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 651 |
| Elevation | 750 ft |
| Latitude | 44.874399 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.998647 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 843 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 408 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 390 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 467 (16.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 713 (25.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,365 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $331,300 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,080/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,001 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,001 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 67.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 55055 is located in Newport, Minnesota, within Washington County. With a population of 4,460, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 55055 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,365 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55055 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $331,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,080 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 55055 is majority White (68.61%). Residents are well-educated — 41.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.4%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55055 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 55055 in Newport, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,460 residents, a median household income of $63,365, and a median home value of $331,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.