US ZIP Code
55718

Carlton, MN

Carlton County  ·  Minnesota

● Active
👥 3,068 Population ↓ 7% since 2019
💰 $98,448 Median HH Income
▲ 29% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019
🎂 44.0 Median Age ↓ 7% since 2019
🏠 $288,400 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 49% since 2019
🎓 45.2% College Grads
▲ 17% above avg
📊 5.9% Unemployment
▲ 21% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code55718
CityCarlton
StateMinnesota (MN)
CountyCarlton County
Area Code218
Elevation1,151 ft
Latitude46.620931
Longitude-92.486403
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS27017
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 55.2% (1,693) Female 44.8% (1,375) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 92.6%Hispanic: 1.2%Black: 0.9%Asian: 0.2%Other: 3.5%Race
White92.6%
Hispanic1.2%
Black0.9%
Asian0.2%
Other3.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
14%
18–24
5%
25–44
25%
45–64
30%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age44.0 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.44
Below Poverty3.9% ▼ 61% below avg
College Grads45.2% ▲ 17% above avg
Unemployment5.9% ▲ 21% above avg
No HS Diploma5 (0.2%)
HS Graduate566 (26.2%)
Some College270 (12.5%)
Associates344 (15.9%)
Bachelors379 (17.5%)
Graduate Degree597 (27.6%)

Education

No HS: 0.2%HS Grad: 26.2%Some College: 12.5%Associates: 15.9%Bachelors: 17.5%Graduate: 27.6%Edu
No HS0.2%
HS Grad26.2%
Some College12.5%
Associates15.9%
Bachelors17.5%
Graduate27.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 87.4%Renter: 12.6%Tenure
Owner87.4%
Renter12.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
4%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
13%
$200k–300k
27%
$300k–500k
35%
Over $500k
12%

Financials

Median HH Income$98,448 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019
Median Home Value$288,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 49% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$878/mo ↑ 22% since 2019
Total Units1,251
Vacant Units79
Avg HH Size2.44

Income Distribution

Under $25k
9%
$25k–50k
11%
$50k–75k
14%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
28%
$150k–200k
14%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
29%
15–30 min
33%
30–45 min
29%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units1,251
Vacant79
Owner Occupied87.4%
Renter Occupied12.6%
Avg HH Size2.44
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 55718 is in Carlton, MN, in Carlton County.
ZIP code 55718 is located in Minnesota (MN).
ZIP code 55718 is in Carlton County, MN.
ZIP 55718 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 55718 is 3,068 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 55718 is $98,448 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 55718 is $288,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 55718

ZIP code 55718 is located in Carlton, Minnesota, within Carlton County. With a population of 3,068, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44 years. Economically, 55718 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,448 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 55718 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $288,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $878 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.

The population of 55718 is primarily White (92.57%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 49% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 55718 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 55718 in Carlton, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,068 residents, a median household income of $98,448, and a median home value of $288,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.