| ZIP Code | 55129 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint Paul |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 651 |
| Elevation | 977 ft |
| Latitude | 44.883474 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.892768 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 225 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,557 (8.3%) |
| Some College | 982 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 1,327 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,796 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,910 (68.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $152,500 ▲ 100% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $517,800 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,888/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,465 |
| Vacant Units | 419 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,465 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 419 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
ZIP code 55129 is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, within Washington County. With a population of 32,016, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 55129 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $152,500 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55129 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $517,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,888 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 55129 is majority White (66.38%). Residents are highly educated — 78.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55129 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 55129 in Saint Paul, MN is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,016 residents, a median household income of $152,500, and a median home value of $517,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.