| ZIP Code | 55708 |
|---|---|
| City | Biwabik |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | St. Louis County |
| Area Code | 218 |
| Elevation | 1,428 ft |
| Latitude | 47.540312 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.342174 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27137 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.4% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 115 (19.4%) |
| Some College | 33 (5.6%) |
| Associates | 148 (25%) |
| Bachelors | 100 (16.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 193 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,859 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 67% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,700 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $736/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 425 |
| Vacant Units | 60 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 425 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 60 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 55708 is located in Biwabik, Minnesota, within St. Louis County. With a population of 850, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 55708 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,859 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55708 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $107,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $736 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 55708 is primarily White (97.06%). Residents are well-educated — 49.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 67% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55708 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 55708 in Biwabik, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 850 residents, a median household income of $68,859, and a median home value of $107,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.