ZIP Code 55110: Population, Income, Housing

State: MN
Total population: 37,305 Household income: $101,296 Rent: $1,554

Overview

Total population
37,305
Rent
$1,554
Year built
1974
Household income
$101,296
Per capita income
$55,595
Poverty rate
5.5%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.3 persons
Rent over 30% of income
49.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Minnesota
County
Ramsey County
City
White Bear Lake
Total population
37,305
Adults over 25
27,073
Total households
15,715
Household size
2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$101,296
Per capita income
$55,595
Poverty rate
5.5%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
49.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,554
Year built
1974
Households that rent
21%
Households that own
79%
Rooms per home (all homes)
6.6

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
84.3%
Black
2.3%
Asian
4.5%
Two or more races
6.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
4.9%
Not Hispanic or Latino
95.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
14,692 (78.1%)
Commute time to work
23 mins
Work from home
4,113 (21.9%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
21.8%
High school graduate or GED
20.3%
Some college or associate degree
11.1%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
46.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 55110 with: Ramsey County, MN Minneapolis metro area, MN-WI Minnesota United States

ZIP 55110

Total population37,305
Rent$1,554
Year built1974
Household income$101,296
Per capita income$55,595
Poverty rate5.5%
Unemployment rateN/A

Ramsey County, MN

Total population542,945
Rent$1,329
Year built1965
Household income$81,568
Per capita income$46,355
Poverty rate12.3%
Unemployment rate2.4%

Minneapolis Metro Area, MN-WI

Total population3,713,668
Rent$1,440
Year built1981
Household income$99,833
Per capita income$52,840
Poverty rate8.2%
Unemployment rate2.9%

Minnesota State

Total population5,739,445
Rent$1,280
Year built1979
Household income$89,062
Per capita income$48,237
Poverty rate9.3%
Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP55110 CountyRamsey, MNMetro AreaMinneapolis metro area, MN-WIStateMinnesotaCountryUnited States
Total population37,305542,9453,713,6685,739,445334,922,499
Rent$1,554$1,329$1,440$1,280$1,413
Year built19741965198119791980
Household income$101,296$81,568$99,833$89,062$80,734
Per capita income$55,595$46,355$52,840$48,237$44,673
Poverty rate5.5%12.3%8.2%9.3%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A2.4%2.9%3%4%

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Summary for 55110

Rent & Income

In 55110, the typical monthly rent is $1,554 and the typical household income is $101,296. Rent here is higher than Minnesota, and household income is higher than Minnesota. The estimated poverty rate is 5.5%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 21% of households. About 49.2% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 46.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 55110 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 55110 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 55110 compares in Minnesota (50 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,554 32 / 50 from lower rent $883 – $2,001
Household income $101,296 20 / 50 from higher income $51,966 – $155,430
Poverty rate 5.5% 14 / 50 from lower poverty 2.5% – 36.4%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Minnesota with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 55110

Rent

When it comes to rent, ZIP Code 55110 ranks 32nd out of 50 ZIP Codes in Minnesota. Statewide, values range from $883 in ZIP 56401 up to $2,001 in ZIP 55347.

Household income

Income-wise, this area is placed 20th out of 50 ZIP Codes. Across Minnesota, figures vary from $51,966 in ZIP 55414 up to $155,430 in ZIP 55347.

Poverty rate

When it comes to poverty, ZIP Code 55110 places 14th out of 50 ZIP Codes. Throughout Minnesota, numbers span from 2.5% in ZIP 55347 up to 36.4% in ZIP 55414.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 55110 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,554 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 55110

Annual Household Income: $101,296

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 55110

Estimated Rate: 5.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 55110

In ZIP Code 55110, households that rent: 3,306 (21%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 3,306 21%
Owner-Occupied 12,409 79%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 55110

In ZIP Code 55110, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,627 (49.2%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,627 49.2%
Other renter households 1,679 50.8%
Total renter households 3,306 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 55110

Less than High School: 5,904 people (21.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 5,487 people (20.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,007 people (11.1%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 12,675 people (46.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 27,073

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.