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56256

Minnesota · 2,446 residents · 230.594 sq mi
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ZIP 56256 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $65,521. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $124,200. With a median age of 51.8, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Lac qui Parle County, 56256 ranks 5th by median household income.

$65,521
US average: $82,259
$124,200
US average: $376,019
21.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
19.7%
Age 65+
32.0%
49.7%
50.3%
2.09 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic94.6%(2,315)
Black0.5%(13)
Hispanic / Latino0.7%(16)
Asian0.4%(10)
Other3.8%(92)
Diversity Score12.8%(314)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Lac qui Parle County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST5TH OF 5HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
56212$81,250
56218$79,375
56232$75,069
56257$75,417
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 56256?

ZIP code 56256 has about 2,446 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 56256?

The typical household in ZIP code 56256 earns about $65,521 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 56256 expensive?

In ZIP code 56256, the median home is worth about $124,200, and the typical rent is about $839 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 56256?

About 21.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 56256 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 56256?

About 7.9% of people in ZIP code 56256 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Lac qui Parle County
Other ZIP codes in Lac qui Parle County
ZIP 56232ZIP 56212ZIP 56218ZIP 56257

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024