| ZIP Code | 56159 |
|---|---|
| City | Mountain Lake |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Cottonwood County |
| Area Code | 507/924 |
| Elevation | 1,271 ft |
| Latitude | 43.943175 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.937433 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 487 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 158 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 266 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 180 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 367 (24.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,089 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $135,200 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $738/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,051 |
| Vacant Units | 98 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,051 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 98 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 56159 is located in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, within Cottonwood County. With a population of 2,520, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 56159 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,089 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 56159 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $135,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $738 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 56159 is primarily White (73.97%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.0%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 56159 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 56159 in Mountain Lake, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,520 residents, a median household income of $65,089, and a median home value of $135,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.