| ZIP Code | 55057 |
|---|---|
| City | Northfield |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Rice County |
| Area Code | 507/924 |
| Elevation | 985 ft |
| Latitude | 44.472652 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.179125 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.8% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,813 (21%) |
| Some College | 1,212 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 1,424 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,564 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,313 (47.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,521 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,800 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,042/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,494 |
| Vacant Units | 401 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,494 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 401 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 55057 is located in Northfield, Minnesota, within Rice County. With a population of 25,458, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.7 years. Economically, 55057 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,521 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55057 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,042 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 55057 is primarily White (79.78%). Residents are well-educated — 58.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55057 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 55057 in Northfield, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,458 residents, a median household income of $97,521, and a median home value of $338,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.