| ZIP Code | 56274 |
|---|---|
| City | Norcross |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Grant County |
| Area Code | 320 |
| Elevation | 1,067 ft |
| Latitude | 45.897893 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.244534 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.11 |
| Below Poverty | 1.2% ▼ 88% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 48 (34.5%) |
| Some College | 11 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 27 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 12 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 41 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,972 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $150,000 ▼ 46% below avg ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 105 |
| Vacant Units | 24 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 105 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 24 |
| Owner Occupied | 98.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 1.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.11 |
ZIP code 56274 is located in Norcross, Minnesota, within Grant County. With a population of 252, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 56274 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,972 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 56274 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $150,000 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 98.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 56274 is primarily White (99.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.2%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 43% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 56274 in Norcross, MN is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 252 residents, a median household income of $115,972, and a median home value of $150,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.