| ZIP Code | 55734 |
|---|---|
| City | Eveleth |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | St. Louis County |
| Area Code | 218 |
| Elevation | 1,358 ft |
| Latitude | 47.388596 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.496846 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27137 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,049 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 535 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 648 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 921 (21.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,053 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,750 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,700 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $851/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,516 |
| Vacant Units | 734 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,516 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 734 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 55734 is located in Eveleth, Minnesota, within St. Louis County. With a population of 6,332, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.7 years. Economically, 55734 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,750 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55734 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $851 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 8% since 2019.
The population of 55734 is primarily White (93.04%). Residents are well-educated — 46.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55734 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 55734 in Eveleth, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,332 residents, a median household income of $65,750, and a median home value of $143,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.