| City: | Ranier, Minnesota |
| County: | Koochiching County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 7:45:59 AM |
| Population: | 182 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 218 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 48.6116, -93.3461 |
| Land Area: | 0.203 sq mi |
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Ranier sits on the Canadian border in northern Minnesota's Koochiching County, just across from Ontario. This small community of 182 residents has a median age of 58.4 years, making it one of Minnesota's older populations. It's a retirement community where 81% of residents are 65 or older.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across this border region. The Ranier post office maintains 165 PO Boxes for 91 local households, an adoption rate of 181%. That means the post office serves surrounding areas beyond the town itself. Two rural carrier routes handle limited delivery, but most mail goes to PO Boxes.
With 31% of workers working from home and median household income of $88,750, Ranier attracts remote professionals and retirees. Median home values of $180,600 are affordable compared to urban Minnesota. The town has 10 business establishments employing 128 workers, giving it an employment base larger than its resident population.
Street names like Spruce Street, Pine Street, River Street, and Lake Avenue reference the natural surroundings. Most streets have apartment units, indicating multi-family housing in this compact community. The town occupies just 0.2 square miles of land along the border, making it one of Minnesota's smallest incorporated places.
Mailing Address Format:
Recipient Name
PO Box [Number]
Ranier, MN 56668As a PO Box Only Zone, street addresses are not valid for mail delivery. All mail must be addressed to a PO Box at the Ranier post office.
Street names reference natural surroundings (Spruce, Pine, River, Oak, Poplar, Lake) with apartment units on most streets.
ZIP Code 56668 has 182 residents and 91 households (average 1.85 persons per household). The median age is 58.4 years, significantly older than the state (38.4) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.7% male and 47.3% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.3%, much higher than the state average of 77.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (1.6%, lower than the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 182Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 217Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 896.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $116,250Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 91Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $183,900Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.85Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.19Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 168 | 160 | 138 | 121 | 149 | 156 | 138 | 151 | 147 | 126 | 177 | 213 | 227 | 217 |
| Decennial Census | 136 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 182 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 58.4
Male Median Age: 58.8
Female Median Age: 58.2
| 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 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 13 |
| Female | 1 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Total | 5 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 13 | 20 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 16 |
| White: | 168 | 95.45% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 3 | 1.70% |
| Asian: | 3 | 1.70% |
| American Indian: | 2 | 1.14% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 176 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 96 | 52.75% | 58.8 years |
| Females: | 86 | 47.25% | 58.2 years |
| Total: | 182 | 100% | 58.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 215 | 99.08% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 2 | 0.92% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.92% |
| Total Population: | 217 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 215 | 99.08% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 2 | 0.92% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $116,250, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $72,500 (165.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $52,500. Family households earn a median of $112,083 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $112,083). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 55.0%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is slightly lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (44.4%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,750 | $46,375 | $49,479 | $50,000 | $51,875 | $58,611 | $63,558 | $65,893 | $63,750 | $68,000 | $71,442 | $78,958 | $88,750 | $116,250 |
| Median Family Income | $63,333 | $56,250 | $64,286 | $60,625 | $60,536 | $59,861 | $64,038 | $66,161 | $64,167 | $66,250 | $71,429 | $79,792 | $106,250 | $112,083 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $28,750 | $45,417 | $48,021 | $32,813 | $28,750 | $35,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $70,556 | $48,750 | $60,000 | $66,875 | $48,750 | $54,375 | $65,250 | $58,750 | $47,250 | $0 | $48,000 | $55,536 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $36,875 | $31,250 | $48,750 | $67,917 | $44,375 | $51,250 | $48,750 | $49,375 | $52,917 | $52,639 | $0 | $59,375 | $62,708 | $0 |
| Employed: | 99 | 52.38% |
| Unemployed: | 5 | 2.65% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 85 | 44.97% |
| Total: | 189 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 38 | 38.38% |
| Service: | 10 | 10.10% |
| Sales and Office: | 44 | 44.44% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 7 | 7.07% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 99 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $183,900, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $68,700 (59.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $27,000. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $775 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.30% (28.92% with a mortgage, 71.08% free-and-clear) and renters 11.70% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 11.32%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,200 | $135,000 | $123,400 | $123,200 | $168,800 | $147,500 | $150,000 | $157,800 | $156,900 | $154,900 | $157,100 | $156,900 | $180,600 | $183,900 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 5 | 45.45% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 6 | 54.55% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 11 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $775 | $1,058 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 24 | 25.53% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 59 | 62.77% |
| Renter Occupied: | 11 | 11.70% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 94 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 94 | 88.68% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 12 | 11.32% |
| Total Housing Units: | 106 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 98 | 92.45% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 6 | 5.66% |
| Other Units: | 2 | 1.89% |
| Total Housing Units: | 106 | 100% |
In 2024, 45.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 98.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 87.80%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (72.50%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2 | 1.18% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 35 | 20.71% |
| Some college, no degree: | 34 | 20.12% |
| Associate's degree: | 22 | 13.02% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 47 | 27.81% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 29 | 17.16% |
| Total: | 169 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 167 | 98.82% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 76 | 44.97% |
| Private Insurance: | 173 | 77.93% |
| Public Insurance: | 49 | 22.07% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 222 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 222 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 12.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 5 | 12.50% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 6 | 15.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 29 | 72.50% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 40 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 5 | 12.50% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 35 | 87.50% |
ZIP Code 56668 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 9 business establishments, employing about 118 people with an annual payroll of $3,082,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 173Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 9Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $676,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $3,082,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 118Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 56668 is located in Koochiching County, Minnesota, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Minnesota's 8th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 56668. It covers 0.203 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.088 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: | 0.203 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.088 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: | 2753134Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Ranier city; MinnesotaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 56668 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 February 1, 2026.