US ZIP Code
56721

East Grand Forks, MN

Polk County  ·  Minnesota

● Active
👥 10,791 Population ↑ 5% since 2019
💰 $83,633 Median HH Income
▲ 10% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019
🎂 35.0 Median Age
🏠 $247,200 Median Home Value
▼ 11% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019
🎓 45.7% College Grads
▲ 18% above avg
📊 3.2% Unemployment
▼ 34% below avg ↓ 12% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code56721
CityEast Grand Forks
StateMinnesota (MN)
CountyPolk County
Area Code218
Elevation825 ft
Latitude47.970648
Longitude-96.949756
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS27119
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.5% (5,553) Female 48.5% (5,238) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 81.7%Hispanic: 6.8%Black: 4%Asian: 0.5%Other: 5%Race
White81.7%
Hispanic6.8%
Black4.0%
Asian0.5%
Other5.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
21%
18–24
9%
25–44
26%
45–64
23%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.0 yrs
Avg Household Size2.59
Below Poverty9.5% ≈ Avg
College Grads45.7% ▲ 18% above avg
Unemployment3.2% ▼ 34% below avg
No HS Diploma22 (0.3%)
HS Graduate1,492 (23.3%)
Some College745 (11.7%)
Associates1,214 (19%)
Bachelors1,093 (17.1%)
Graduate Degree1,825 (28.6%)

Education

No HS: 0.3%HS Grad: 23.3%Some College: 11.7%Associates: 19%Bachelors: 17.1%Graduate: 28.6%Edu
No HS0.3%
HS Grad23.3%
Some College11.7%
Associates19.0%
Bachelors17.1%
Graduate28.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 72%Renter: 28%Tenure
Owner72.0%
Renter28.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
46%
$300k–500k
24%
Over $500k
5%

Financials

Median HH Income$83,633 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019
Median Home Value$247,200 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$876/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units4,381
Vacant Units269
Avg HH Size2.59

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
14%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
89%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
6%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
46%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
7%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
17%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
12%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units4,381
Vacant269
Owner Occupied72.0%
Renter Occupied28.0%
Avg HH Size2.59
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 56721 is in East Grand Forks, MN, in Polk County.
ZIP code 56721 is located in Minnesota (MN).
ZIP code 56721 is in Polk County, MN.
ZIP 56721 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 56721 is 10,791 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 56721 is $83,633 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 56721 is $247,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 56721

ZIP code 56721 is located in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, within Polk County. With a population of 10,791, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 56721 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,633 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 56721 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $247,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $876 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.

The population of 56721 is primarily White (81.74%). Residents are well-educated — 45.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 56721 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.

Overall, ZIP code 56721 in East Grand Forks, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,791 residents, a median household income of $83,633, and a median home value of $247,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.