| ZIP Code | 55306 |
|---|---|
| City | Burnsville |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Dakota County |
| Area Code | 651/952 |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft |
| Latitude | 44.730944 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.291381 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.2% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 235 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,028 (19.4%) |
| Some College | 933 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 1,480 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,239 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,525 (43.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,012 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $366,300 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,610/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,088 |
| Vacant Units | 545 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,088 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 545 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 55306 is located in Burnsville, Minnesota, within Dakota County. With a population of 16,191, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 55306 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,012 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55306 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $366,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,610 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 55306 is majority White (67.75%). Residents are well-educated — 55.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55306 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 55306 in Burnsville, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,191 residents, a median household income of $98,012, and a median home value of $366,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.