| ZIP Code | 55421 |
|---|---|
| City | Minneapolis |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Anoka County |
| Area Code | 612/651/763/952 |
| Elevation | 932 ft |
| Latitude | 45.050574 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.249937 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 569 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,644 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 2,458 (12%) |
| Associates | 2,707 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,773 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,332 (35.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,141 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,281/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,247 |
| Vacant Units | 630 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,247 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 630 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 55421 is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, within Anoka County. With a population of 31,051, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 55421 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,141 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55421 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,281 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 55421 is majority White (51.57%). Residents are well-educated — 44.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55421 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 55421 in Minneapolis, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,051 residents, a median household income of $75,141, and a median home value of $260,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.