ZIP Code 55332 in Fairfax, MN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Fairfax, Minnesota
Counties:Renville County[Primary]
Nicollet County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:19:24 PM
Population:1,838 [See All]
Area Codes:507 / 924
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:44.5063, -94.7489
Land Area:114.305 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 55332 has 1,838 residents and 745 households (average 2.39 persons per household). The median age is 45.6 years, significantly older than the state (38.4) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.3% male and 49.7% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (87.2%, much higher than the state average of 77.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (11.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 11.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,838Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,714Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,123Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:16.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$58,177Source: Census ACS
Households:745Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$135,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.39Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.94Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,6811,7541,6331,5541,5531,6031,6291,6521,7961,7611,9191,7521,714
Decennial Census1,922------------------1,838------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 45.6

Male Median Age: 45.7

Female Median Age: 45.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male476555533242386651584476957150362323
Female505468573635456538553683765946432542
Total97119123110687783131891138015917113096794865
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,60381.41%
Black:30.15%
Hispanic:*20410.36%
Asian:60.30%
American Indian:150.76%
Hawaiian:10.05%
Other:1376.96%
Total:1,969100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:92550.33%45.7 years
Females:91349.67%45.6 years
Total:1,838100%45.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,54390.02%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:40.23%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:382.22%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1299.74%
Total Population:1,714100%
Total Native Population:1,54790.26%
Total Foreign-born Population:1679.74%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $58,177, which is much lower than the state median ($87,556), is up $12,552 (27.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $394. Family households earn a median of $99,375 versus $27,361 for nonfamily households (a difference of $72,014). By gender, male median income is $57,604 and female is $44,444, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($59,330), with a current gap of $13,160 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.4%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (68.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (26.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$45,625$50,952$45,795$46,133$45,688$46,723$49,875$54,107$57,783$54,097$52,292$60,673$58,177
Median Family Income$56,136$59,063$58,636$61,607$61,932$61,964$64,107$66,279$65,882$68,160$71,392$93,203$99,375
Median NonFamily Income$22,321$22,794$21,513$21,250$22,153$28,250$37,619$34,375$38,500$30,000$24,375$23,929$27,361
Median Male Income$40,962$42,174$41,563$40,139$41,696$40,772$40,588$45,580$46,164$48,417$49,792$56,080$57,604
Median Female Income$28,875$30,833$31,250$31,346$31,172$32,500$36,696$40,033$37,014$38,750$40,156$43,750$44,444
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:75655.75%
Unemployed:90.66%
Not In Labor Force:59143.58%
Total:1,356100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:20126.59%
Service:13718.12%
Sales and Office:9812.96%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:16722.09%
Production, transportation, and material moving:15320.24%
Total Civilian Employed Population:756100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $135,800, which is well under the state median ($305,500), is up $40,200 (42.05%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $27,400. The median gross rent is $447, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is down $128 (22.26%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $55. Of occupied housing, owners make up 83.31% (43.35% with a mortgage, 56.65% free-and-clear) and renters 16.69% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.09%, which is markedly above the state rate (9.39%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$95,600$92,900$87,400$87,300$91,400$92,900$100,500$103,200$108,400$109,300$101,200$118,800$135,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:4639.66%
$500 to $999:2118.10%
$1,000 to $1,499:1916.38%
$1,500 to $1,999:10.86%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:32.59%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2622.41%
Total:116100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$575$647$642$772$719$669$635$715$502$530$545$517$447
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):25136.12%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):32847.19%
Renter Occupied:11616.69%
Total Occupied Housing Units:695100%

Occupied Housing Units:69589.91%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):7810.09%
Total Housing Units:773100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:69389.65%
Multi-Family Units:607.76%
Other Units:202.59%
Total Housing Units:773100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 86.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (93.90%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 47.40%, which is notably higher than the state rate (34.10%). The share of people in poverty is 6.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 4.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.20 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (63.53%). College enrollment is 3.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:846.83%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:867.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):51241.66%
Some college, no degree:24720.10%
Associate's degree:15112.29%
Bachelor's degree:12610.25%
Graduate or professional degree:231.87%
Total:1,229100%
High school or higher:1,05986.17%
Bachelor's degree or higher:14912.12%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,08855.74%
Public Insurance:78840.37%
No Insurance:763.89%
Total:1,952100%
Has Health Insurance:1,87696.11%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty11.0%12.1%13.4%14.8%10.9%10.4%6.7%2.7%2.6%1.6%5.0%5.5%6.8%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:246.84%
Kindergarten:164.56%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):22363.53%
High school (grades 9-12):7521.37%
College or graduate school:133.70%
Total:351100%
Early Childhood:4011.40%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):31489.46%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 55332 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 49 business establishments, employing about 182 people with an annual payroll of $5,877,000. USPS data shows 470 residential mailboxes and 14 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:470Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:14Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,237Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:421Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:49Source: USPS
# of Businesses:49Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,266,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$5,877,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:182Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 55332 is located in Renville County, Minnesota, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Minnesota's 1st and 7th Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 55332. It covers 114.305 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.422 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:114.305 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.422 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:11973.99, 33429.31 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2720222Source: Census
Place Name:Fairfax city; MinnesotaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


55333 | | 55331

Schools in ZIP Code 55332


We could not locate which school district 55332 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 1 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Cedar Mountain Elementary 231 4th Ave E
Franklin, MN 55333
District: Cedar Mountain School DistrictNearby
Buffalo Lake-Hector Secondary 220 W 3rd St
Hector, MN 55342
District: Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public SchoolsNearby
Buffalo Lake-Hector Elementary 211 3rd Street
Buffalo Lake, MN 55314
District: Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public SchoolsNearby
Bold-Bird Island Elementary 701 S. 9th St
Olivia, MN 56277
District: Bird Island-Olivia-Lake Lillian Public School DistrictNearby
Bold Senior High School 701 S 9th St
Olivia, MN 56277
District: Bird Island-Olivia-Lake Lillian Public School DistrictNearby
Prairie Lutheran Schools 15 2nd St Ne
Fairfax, MN 55332
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 55332


Martin Luther College 1995 Luther Ct
New Ulm, MN 56073-3965
Type: Post Secondary
Gustavus Adolphus College 800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082-1498
Type: Post Secondary
South Central College 1920 Lee Blvd
North Mankato, MN 56003-1920
Type: Post Secondary
Bethany Lutheran College 700 Luther Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
Type: Post Secondary
Minnesota State University-Mankato South Rd And Ellis Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
Type: Post Secondary
Rasmussen University-Mankato 1400 Madison Avenue
Mankato, MN 56001-5476
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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