| ZIP Code | 55073 |
|---|---|
| City | Scandia |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 651 |
| Elevation | 993 ft |
| Latitude | 45.276262 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.830353 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.1% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 676 (25%) |
| Some College | 266 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 268 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 433 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,058 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,556 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $470,400 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $989/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,476 |
| Vacant Units | 72 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,476 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 72 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 55073 is located in Scandia, Minnesota, within Washington County. With a population of 4,145, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.2 years. Economically, 55073 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,556 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55073 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $470,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $989 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 55073 is primarily White (93.41%). Residents are well-educated — 55.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55073 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 55073 in Scandia, MN is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,145 residents, a median household income of $130,556, and a median home value of $470,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.