| ZIP Code | 56470 |
|---|---|
| City | Park Rapids |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Hubbard County |
| Area Code | 218 |
| Elevation | 1,462 ft |
| Latitude | 47.026894 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.091886 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 54 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,912 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 949 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 1,037 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,228 (16.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,297 (30.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,351 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $260,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $929/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,478 |
| Vacant Units | 2,824 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,478 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,824 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 56470 is located in Park Rapids, Minnesota, within Hubbard County. With a population of 10,859, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.9 years. Economically, 56470 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,351 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 56470 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $929 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 56470 is primarily White (90.97%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 56470 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 56470 in Park Rapids, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,859 residents, a median household income of $68,351, and a median home value of $260,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.