| ZIP Code | 56578 |
|---|---|
| City | Rochert |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Becker County |
| Area Code | 218 |
| Elevation | 1,446 ft |
| Latitude | 46.940894 |
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| Longitude | -95.641496 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 27005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.7% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 89 (18%) |
| Some College | 39 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 75 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 97 (19.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 193 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,750 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $320,900 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 602 |
| Vacant Units | 317 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 602 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 317 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 56578 is located in Rochert, Minnesota, within Becker County. With a population of 648, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.9 years. Economically, 56578 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,750 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 56578 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $320,900 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 96.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.
The population of 56578 is primarily White (91.82%). Residents are well-educated — 58.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 56578 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 56578 in Rochert, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 648 residents, a median household income of $93,750, and a median home value of $320,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.