| ZIP Code | 55309 |
|---|---|
| City | Big Lake |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Sherburne County |
| Area Code | 763 |
| Elevation | 969 ft |
| Latitude | 45.379092 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.733017 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27141 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.95 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,448 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 1,595 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 1,911 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,836 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,146 (31.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,387 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $335,500 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,463/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,541 |
| Vacant Units | 299 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,541 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 299 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
ZIP code 55309 is located in Big Lake, Minnesota, within Sherburne County. With a population of 21,406, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 55309 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,387 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55309 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $335,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,463 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 55309 is primarily White (89.51%). Residents are well-educated — 45.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55309 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 55309 in Big Lake, MN is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,406 residents, a median household income of $118,387, and a median home value of $335,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.