| ZIP Code | 55982 |
|---|---|
| City | Waltham |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Mower County |
| Area Code | 507/924 |
| Elevation | 1,325 ft |
| Latitude | 43.815788 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.885837 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.5% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 69 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 40 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 50 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 61 (17.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 124 (35.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,667 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $266,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,069/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 247 |
| Vacant Units | 5 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 247 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 55982 is located in Waltham, Minnesota, within Mower County. With a population of 523, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 55982 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,667 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 55982 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $266,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,069 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 55982 is primarily White (76.10%). Residents are well-educated — 53.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 55982 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 55982 in Waltham, MN is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 523 residents, a median household income of $111,667, and a median home value of $266,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.