55042 ZIP Code – Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Located in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, ZIP code 55042 is a mid-sized ZIP code within Washington County with a population of approximately 12,647 residents. The median household income of $157,923 is well above the Minnesota average and well above the national average. Median home values of $559,700 are well above the national average, with 93.8% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 87% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 2.2%, which is well below the U.S. rate. An estimated 4.1% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. An estimated 62.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average. The median age is 40.8, near the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 55128, 55090, 55125.
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ZIP 55042 vs. Minnesota vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 55042 | MN Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12k | 6,531 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $157k | $77k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $559k | $223k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $954 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 40.8 | 43.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% | 9.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 62.2% | 26.4% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 55128 – Saint Paul
- 55090 – Willernie
- 55125 – Saint Paul
- 55115 – Saint Paul
- 55003 – Bayport
- 55082 – Stillwater
- 55109 – Saint Paul
- 55119 – Saint Paul
- 55129 – Saint Paul
- 55043 – Lakeland
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55128 | SAINT PAUL | 28,811 | $85,185 |
| 55090 | WILLERNIE | 376 | $66,838 |
| 55125 | SAINT PAUL | 45,835 | $115,704 |
| 55115 | SAINT PAUL | 8,815 | $127,950 |
| 55003 | BAYPORT | 3,902 | $105,114 |