US ZIP Code
56666

Ponemah, MN

Beltrami County  ·  Minnesota

● Active
👥 1,092 Population ↓ 11% since 2019
💰 $50,250 Median HH Income
▼ 34% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019
🎂 18.1 Median Age ↓ 23% since 2019
🏠 $113,400 Median Home Value
▼ 59% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎓 9.1% College Grads
▼ 77% below avg
📊 29.6% Unemployment
▲ 505% above avg ↓ 17% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code56666
CityPonemah
StateMinnesota (MN)
CountyBeltrami County
Area Code218
Elevation1,298 ft
Latitude48.033237
Longitude-94.821241
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS27007
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 53.9% (588) Female 46.2% (504) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

Black: 0.6%Race
Black0.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
12%
5–17
37%
18–24
14%
25–44
20%
45–64
9%
65+
3%

Key Indicators

Median Age18.1 yrs ↓ 23% since 2019
Avg Household Size5.49
Below Poverty38.2% ▲ 282% above avg
College Grads9.1% ▼ 77% below avg
Unemployment29.6% ▲ 505% above avg
HS Graduate134 (39.3%)
Some College109 (32%)
Associates67 (19.6%)
Bachelors31 (9.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 39.3%Some College: 32%Associates: 19.6%Bachelors: 9.1%Edu
HS Grad39.3%
Some College32.0%
Associates19.6%
Bachelors9.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 57.8%Renter: 42.2%Tenure
Owner57.8%
Renter42.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
29%
$50k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
30%
$200k–300k
15%

Financials

Median HH Income$50,250 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019
Median Home Value$113,400 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$438/mo ↑ 5% since 2019
Total Units207
Vacant Units8
Avg HH Size5.49

Income Distribution

Under $25k
25%
$25k–50k
25%
$50k–75k
8%
$75k–100k
26%
$100k–150k
18%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
83%
Public Transit
9%
Work From Home
8%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
23%
30–45 min
7%
Over 45 min
70%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1960s–1970s
28%
1980s–1990s
22%
2000+
50%

Summary

Total Units207
Vacant8
Owner Occupied57.8%
Renter Occupied42.2%
Avg HH Size5.49
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 56666 is in Ponemah, MN, in Beltrami County.
ZIP code 56666 is located in Minnesota (MN).
ZIP code 56666 is in Beltrami County, MN.
ZIP 56666 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 56666 is 1,092 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 56666 is $50,250 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 56666 is $113,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 56666

ZIP code 56666 is located in Ponemah, Minnesota, within Beltrami County. With a population of 1,092, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 18.1 years. Economically, 56666 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,250 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 56666 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $438 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.8%) and renters (42.2%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.

The population of 56666 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 0.6%. Residents are less-educated — 9.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 38.2%. Household income has grown by 52% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 56666 stands at 29.6%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.

Overall, ZIP code 56666 in Ponemah, MN is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a young community. With 1,092 residents, a median household income of $50,250, and a median home value of $113,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.