US ZIP Code
56657

Marcell, MN

Itasca County  ·  Minnesota

● Active
👥 248 Population ↓ 16% since 2019
💰 $70,750 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 80% since 2019
🎂 61.5 Median Age ↓ 12% since 2019
🏠 $394,600 Median Home Value
▲ 42% above avg ↑ 72% since 2019
🎓 35.5% College Grads
▼ 8% below avg
📊 3.4% Unemployment
▼ 31% below avg ↓ 35% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code56657
CityMarcell
StateMinnesota (MN)
CountyItasca County
Area Code218
Elevation1,385 ft
Latitude47.57291
Longitude-93.63673
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS27061
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 57.3% (142) Female 42.7% (106) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 98%Race
White98.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
2%
5–17
1%
18–24
2%
25–44
4%
45–64
48%
65+
20%

Key Indicators

Median Age61.5 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.02
Below Poverty10.9% ▲ 9% above avg
College Grads35.5% ▼ 8% below avg
Unemployment3.4% ▼ 31% below avg
HS Graduate76 (32.9%)
Some College60 (26%)
Associates13 (5.6%)
Bachelors28 (12.1%)
Graduate Degree54 (23.4%)

Education

HS Grad: 32.9%Some College: 26%Associates: 5.6%Bachelors: 12.1%Graduate: 23.4%Edu
HS Grad32.9%
Some College26.0%
Associates5.6%
Bachelors12.1%
Graduate23.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 100%Tenure
Owner100.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
13%
$200k–300k
10%
$300k–500k
33%
Over $500k
38%

Financials

Median HH Income$70,750 ≈ Avg ↑ 80% since 2019
Median Home Value$394,600 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 72% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units553
Vacant Units430
Avg HH Size2.02

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
35%
$75k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
17%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
75%
Work From Home
25%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
39%
15–30 min
21%
30–45 min
29%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
15%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units553
Vacant430
Owner Occupied100.0%
Renter Occupied0.0%
Avg HH Size2.02
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 56657 is in Marcell, MN, in Itasca County.
ZIP code 56657 is located in Minnesota (MN).
ZIP code 56657 is in Itasca County, MN.
ZIP 56657 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 56657 is 248 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 56657 is $70,750 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 56657 is $394,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 56657

ZIP code 56657 is located in Marcell, Minnesota, within Itasca County. With a population of 248, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.5 years. Economically, 56657 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,750 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 56657 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $394,600 is above the national average. Median home values have increased by 72% since 2019.

The population of 56657 is primarily White (97.98%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.9%. Household income has grown by 80% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 56657 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.

Overall, ZIP code 56657 in Marcell, MN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 248 residents, a median household income of $70,750, and a median home value of $394,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.