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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 55746 has 17,071 residents and 7,834 households (average 2.13 persons per household). The median age is 43.2 years, older than the state (38.4) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (91.4%, much higher than the state average of 77.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.6%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	17,071Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	16,730Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	17,446Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	49.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$55,823Source: Census ACS

Households:	7,834Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$134,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.13Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.17Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	17,129	17,149	17,148	17,145	17,069	17,039	16,930	16,882	16,901	16,735	17,047	16,963	16,815	16,730
Decennial Census	17,228	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	17,071	--	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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

Median Age: 43.2

Male Median Age: 41.6

Female Median Age: 44.9

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	464	529	580	500	439	421	556	566	494	478	475	584	699	658	411	290	166	155
Female	443	487	522	527	369	449	509	548	457	422	521	600	667	649	455	352	264	365
Total	907	1,016	1,102	1,027	808	870	1,065	1,114	951	900	996	1,184	1,366	1,307	866	642	430	520

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	15,606	95.04%
Black:	246	1.50%
Hispanic:*	265	1.61%
Asian:	77	0.47%
American Indian:	145	0.88%
Hawaiian:	11	0.07%
Other:	71	0.43%
Total:	16,421	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	8,465	49.59%	41.6 years
Females:	8,606	50.41%	44.9 years
Total:	17,071	100%	43.2 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	16,526	98.78%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	113	0.68%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	50	0.30%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	41	0.54%
Total Population:	16,730	100%
Total Native Population:	16,639	99.46%
Total Foreign-born Population:	91	0.54%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $55,823, which is much lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $16,206 (40.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,079. Family households earn a median of $76,327 versus $36,858 for nonfamily households (a difference of $39,469). By gender, male median income is $61,978 and female is $47,044, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $14,934 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 57.0%, which is falls short of the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (28.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

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

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$39,617	$38,765	$39,165	$40,232	$44,808	$42,913	$45,539	$47,255	$49,744	$47,452	$49,818	$53,209	$55,694	$55,823
Median Family Income	$48,092	$49,018	$50,240	$51,788	$55,461	$54,615	$60,545	$63,402	$68,600	$68,958	$78,732	$80,379	$78,839	$76,327
Median NonFamily Income	$25,712	$26,705	$25,998	$26,323	$24,322	$24,187	$24,365	$25,511	$25,929	$28,719	$30,538	$33,267	$34,344	$36,858
Median Male Income	$44,712	$45,445	$47,975	$50,394	$50,152	$49,245	$50,456	$52,474	$54,776	$50,813	$61,000	$66,786	$68,714	$61,978
Median Female Income	$31,928	$31,661	$34,308	$35,847	$36,913	$38,640	$40,603	$40,783	$42,154	$40,800	$40,949	$45,610	$46,404	$47,044

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	7,621	53.41%
Unemployed:	505	3.54%
Not In Labor Force:	6,142	43.05%
Total:	14,268	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Management, business, science, and arts:	2,157	28.30%
Service:	1,647	21.61%
Sales and Office:	1,679	22.03%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	864	11.34%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,274	16.72%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	7,621	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2024, the median home value is $134,600, which is well under the national median ($332,700), is up $42,200 (45.67%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,800. The median gross rent is $833, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $324 (63.65%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $305. Of occupied housing, owners make up 72.15% (47.12% with a mortgage, 52.88% free-and-clear) and renters 27.85% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.97%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$92,400	$93,700	$90,800	$92,500	$95,800	$100,200	$105,700	$106,600	$113,800	$115,500	$114,800	$123,300	$127,600	$134,600

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	361	16.02%
$500 to $999:	870	38.62%
$1,000 to $1,499:	530	23.52%
$1,500 to $1,999:	103	4.57%
$2,000 to $2,499:	83	3.68%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	13	0.58%
No Rent:	293	13.00%
Total:	2,253	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$509	$537	$543	$550	$558	$574	$547	$556	$528	$583	$609	$698	$739	$833

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	2,750	34.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	3,086	38.15%
Renter Occupied:	2,253	27.85%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	8,089	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	8,089	91.03%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	797	8.97%
Total Housing Units:	8,886	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Single-Family Units:	6,710	75.51%
Multi-Family Units:	1,939	21.82%
Other Units:	237	2.67%
Total Housing Units:	8,886	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 18.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 91.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 6.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 50.50%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 7.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 5.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.00 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 (37.66%). College enrollment is 28.65%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	320	2.60%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	720	5.85%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,714	30.15%
Some college, no degree:	3,509	28.49%
Associate's degree:	1,764	14.32%
Bachelor's degree:	1,575	12.79%
Graduate or professional degree:	716	5.81%
Total:	12,318	100%
High school or higher:	11,278	91.56%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	2,291	18.60%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	10,980	53.73%
Public Insurance:	8,381	41.01%
No Insurance:	1,075	5.26%
Total:	20,436	100%
Has Health Insurance:	19,361	94.74%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	12.4%	13.4%	14.0%	17.2%	14.8%	16.2%	17.4%	16.2%	12.9%	11.2%	7.2%	7.5%	6.9%	7.6%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	184	5.40%
Kindergarten:	168	4.93%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,283	37.66%
High school (grades 9-12):	796	23.36%
College or graduate school:	976	28.65%
Total:	3,407	100%
Early Childhood:	352	10.33%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,247	65.95%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Hibbing, Minnesota
City Alias:	Kelly Lake
Names to Avoid:	Brooklyn, Kitzville, Lavinia, Leetonia, Little Swan, Lynwood, North Hibbing, Ruby Junction, Silica, Stuntz, Wilpen
Counties:	Saint Louis County[Primary] Itasca County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	7:38:44 AM
Population:	17,071 [See All]
Area Code:	218
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	47.3704, -92.8759
Land Area:	346.979 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/55746/zip-code-55746.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	8,191Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	562Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	8,941Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	6,712Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	1,137Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	440Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$94,523,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$397,271,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	7,576Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Duluth, MN-WISource: Census
CBSA Number:	20260Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	279,771Source: Census
MSA:	Duluth-Superior, MN-WI MSASource: Census
Land Area:	346.979 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	9.577 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	08Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	27908.13 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2728790Source: Census
Place Name:	Hibbing city; MinnesotaSource: Census

ZIP Code 55746 in Hibbing, MN

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 55746

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 55746

Sources & References