ZIP Code 56101 in Windom, MN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Windom, Minnesota
City Alias:Wilder
Names to Avoid:
Delft
Counties:Cottonwood County[Primary]
Jackson County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:33:52 PM
Population:6,008 [See All]
Area Codes:507 / 924
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:43.8841, -95.2181
Land Area:172.33 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 56101 has 6,008 residents and 2,476 households (average 2.35 persons per household). The median age is 41.9 years, older than the state (38.4) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.8% male and 50.2% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (81.8%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.3%, which is 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:6,008Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:6,081Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:6,467Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:34.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$71,354Source: Census ACS
Households:2,476Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$171,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.35Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.97Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--5,8595,8365,7825,8185,8555,9175,9025,8865,8715,8496,1276,0796,081
Decennial Census5,867------------------6,008------
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: 41.9

Male Median Age: 39.6

Female Median Age: 44.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1702242262051421561991901601561791792171681531037786
Female200204180163134172162154161172181197192196167136106141
Total370428406368276328361344321328360376409364320239183227
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,91776.78%
Black:1211.89%
Hispanic:*73911.54%
Asian:861.34%
American Indian:370.58%
Hawaiian:681.06%
Other:4366.81%
Total:6,404100%
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:2,99049.77%39.6 years
Females:3,01850.23%44.3 years
Total:6,008100%41.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:5,61392.30%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1001.64%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:741.22%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2946.05%
Total Population:6,081100%
Total Native Population:5,71393.95%
Total Foreign-born Population:3686.05%
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 $71,354, which is considerably lower than the state median ($87,556), is up $29,858 (72.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,017. Family households earn a median of $90,383 versus $39,722 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,661). By gender, male median income is $53,826 and female is $49,870, which is much lower than the state female median ($59,330), with a current gap of $3,956 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.2%, which is below the state rate (68.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (36.6%).

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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$41,496$41,389$43,648$44,583$45,392$42,297$44,022$50,302$51,337$50,652$55,240$61,852$71,354
Median Family Income$50,111$53,171$55,417$54,716$57,974$62,031$67,825$70,318$70,573$74,145$79,091$83,718$90,383
Median NonFamily Income$22,336$25,439$22,330$25,639$27,049$24,205$27,132$29,602$31,960$32,288$37,822$42,658$39,722
Median Male Income$39,646$41,583$42,969$43,875$45,405$46,972$50,651$49,289$49,080$49,028$50,069$51,536$53,826
Median Female Income$28,968$30,354$32,411$32,208$34,129$37,993$36,458$33,227$35,729$33,689$40,845$45,370$49,870
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:2,95961.68%
Unemployed:1222.54%
Not In Labor Force:1,71635.77%
Total:4,797100%
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:1,08236.57%
Service:39213.25%
Sales and Office:58719.84%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2759.29%
Production, transportation, and material moving:62321.05%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,959100%
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 $171,900, which is much lower than the state median ($305,500), is up $82,300 (91.85%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $66,700. The median gross rent is $777, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $344 (79.45%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $112. Of occupied housing, owners make up 74.16% (49.35% with a mortgage, 50.65% free-and-clear) and renters 25.84% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 11.35%, which is much higher than 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$89,600$89,900$100,300$100,800$101,100$99,600$100,200$98,900$105,200$124,800$130,300$151,200$171,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:13420.81%
$500 to $999:22735.25%
$1,000 to $1,499:13821.43%
$1,500 to $1,999:60.93%
$2,000 to $2,499:253.88%
$2,500 to $2,999:487.45%
$3,000 or more:294.50%
No Rent:375.75%
Total:644100%
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$433$520$509$549$565$593$616$646$665$667$723$800$777
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):91236.60%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):93637.56%
Renter Occupied:64425.84%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,492100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,49288.65%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):31911.35%
Total Housing Units:2,811100%
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:2,40085.38%
Multi-Family Units:39914.19%
Other Units:120.43%
Total Housing Units:2,811100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 24.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 92.80%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.90%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 7.30%, which is on par with the state rate (5.50%), down 4.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.60 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 (51.59%). College enrollment is 11.68%, 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:1022.39%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2064.82%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,50735.26%
Some college, no degree:88320.66%
Associate's degree:54512.75%
Bachelor's degree:73017.08%
Graduate or professional degree:3017.04%
Total:4,274100%
High school or higher:3,96692.79%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,03124.12%
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:4,56864.07%
Public Insurance:2,27331.88%
No Insurance:2894.05%
Total:7,130100%
Has Health Insurance:6,84195.95%
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 Poverty12.1%9.7%11.2%15.6%14.8%15.2%16.3%10.6%7.9%7.0%6.4%7.0%7.3%
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:947.27%
Kindergarten:876.73%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):66751.59%
High school (grades 9-12):29422.74%
College or graduate school:15111.68%
Total:1,293100%
Early Childhood:18114.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,04881.05%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 56101 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 207 business establishments, employing about 4,072 people with an annual payroll of $195,799,000. USPS data shows 2,752 residential mailboxes and 173 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,752Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:173Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:3,081Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,267Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:344Source: USPS
# of Businesses:207Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$44,315,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$195,799,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:4,072Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 56101 is located in Cottonwood 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 56101. It covers 172.33 sq mi of land and a water area of 3.354 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:172.33 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:3.354 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:2770798Source: Census
Place Name:Windom city; MinnesotaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


56110 | | 56098

Schools in ZIP Code 56101


ZIP Code 56101 is in the Windom Public School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 10 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Swwc Elc - Windom 1454 6th Ave
Windom, MN 56101
Swwc Alc - Windom 1454 6th Ave
Windom, MN 56101
Swwc Alc Midlevel - Windom 1454 6th Ave
Windom, MN 56101
Starrs Online Academy 1012 5th Avenue
Windom, MN 56101
Starss Online Academy Elementary 1454 6th Ave N
Windom, MN 56101
Windom Learn Center Credit Recovery 1400 17th St
Windom, MN 56101
Windom Senior High 1400 W 17th St
Windom, MN 56101
District: Windom Public School District
Windom Middle 1400 W 17th St
Windom, MN 56101
District: Windom Public School District
Early Childhood Learning Center 68 10th St
Windom, MN 56101
District: Windom Public School District
Windom Area Elementary 1200 17th Street
Windom, MN 56101
District: Windom Public School District
St Johns Lutheran School 100 W Market St
Okabena, MN 56161
District: Private SchoolNearby
Neuhof School 40394 570th Ave
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
District: Private SchoolNearby
Immanuel Lutheran School 620 Bush St
Lakefield, MN 56150
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 56101


Avalon School Of Cosmetology 1428 N Mcmillan St
Worthington, MN 56187
Type: Post Secondary
Faust Institute Of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake 1543 18th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Type: Post Secondary
Iowa Lakes Community College 19 S 7th St
Estherville, IA 51334-2295
Type: Post Secondary
Martin Luther College 1995 Luther Ct
New Ulm, MN 56073-3965
Type: Post Secondary
Southwest Minnesota State University 1501 State St
Marshall, MN 56258-5468
Type: Post Secondary
Northwest Iowa Community College 603 W Park St
Sheldon, IA 51201
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 Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • 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]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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