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    Zip Code 56601

    Bemidji, Minnesota — Beltrami County

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    📍 ZIP code 56601 is in Bemidji, Beltrami County, Minnesota.

    ZIP code 56601 is located in Bemidji, Beltrami County, Minnesota. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 34,700. The area code for ZIP code 56601 is 218.

    Quick Answer

    Zip code 56601 is in Bemidji, Minnesota (Beltrami County). It has a population of 34,700, median household income of $69,782, and median home value of $242,400.

    Population

    34,700

    Income

    $69,782

    Home Value

    $242,400

    Climate

    79°F / -4°F

    About Zip Code 56601

    Zip code 56601 is located in Bemidji, Minnesota, within Beltrami County. Home to approximately 34,700 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 1344 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 218.

    The median household income is $69,782 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $242,400, and the cost of living index is 83 (17% below the national average of 100).

    Summers average a high of 79°F while winters drop to -4°F. The area receives about 26 in of rain and 49 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 365.9 square miles of land area and 51.1 square miles of water.

    Key Statistics

    Population

    34,700

    Median Income

    $69,782

    Median Home Value

    $242,400

    Timezone

    Central (CST/CDT)

    Area Code

    218

    Elevation

    1344 ft

    Land Area

    365.9 sq mi

    Median Age

    36

    Housing Units

    16,104

    Compare With Nearby Zip Codes

    Metric566015668756678566765666756683
    CityBemidji, MNWilton, MNSolway, MNShevlin, MNBemidji, MNBlackduck, MN
    Population34,70001,7081,812824609
    Median Income$69,782$0$71,761$67,679$79,844$86,250
    Home Value$242,400$0$193,300$190,600$233,100$279,400
    Cost of Living8310075758394
    Median Age36037.741.535.852.1

    Cost of Living

    Cost of Living Index83

    100 = National Average. Bemidji's cost of living is 17% below the national average.

    vs. State Avg

    Below

    Affordability

    Affordable

    Income-to-Home

    3.5x

    Demographics

    Zip code 56601 has a population of 34,700 people with a median age of 36. There are 16,104 housing units in this area.

    Racial & Ethnic Composition

    white80%
    black1%
    hispanic3%
    asian1%
    other15%

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

    Population History

    Bemidji (56601) population trend from 2010 to 2024

    ↓ -46.8%
    2010201220142016201820202022202419k34k49k68k

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.

    Climate & Weather

    Summer High

    79°F

    Winter Low

    -4°F

    Annual Rainfall

    26 in

    Annual Snowfall

    49 in

    Bemidji experiences mild summers with average highs around 79°F. Winters are cold with lows averaging -4°F. With 49 in of annual snowfall, residents should be prepared for significant winter weather.

    Housing & Economy

    Median Home Value

    $242,400

    Median Household Income

    $69,782

    With 16,104 housing units across 365.9 square miles, 56601 has a housing density of 44 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

    Location & Geography

    Latitude

    47.5098°

    Longitude

    -94.8714°

    Land Area

    365.9 sq mi

    Water Area

    51.1 sq mi

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    ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide

    The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 56601's $69,782. A way to compare Bemidji to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.

    Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.

    ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics

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    People Also Ask

    What zip code is Bemidji, Minnesota?

    Bemidji, Minnesota uses zip code 56601 along with 1 other zip codes.

    What county is zip code 56601 in?

    Zip code 56601 is located in Beltrami County, Minnesota.

    What is the population of zip code 56601?

    The population of zip code 56601 is 34,700 with a median age of 36.

    Is 56601 in Bemidji, Minnesota?

    Yes, zip code 56601 is in Bemidji, Beltrami County, Minnesota. The area code is 218.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What city is zip code 56601 in?

    Zip code 56601 is in Bemidji, Minnesota. It is part of Beltrami County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    What is zip code 56601?

    Zip code 56601 is a U.S. postal code in Bemidji, Minnesota (Beltrami County). It has a population of 34,700 and covers 365.9 square miles.

    What is the population of zip code 56601?

    The population of zip code 56601 (Bemidji, MN) is 34,700 with a median age of 36. There are approximately 16,104 housing units in this area.

    What is the median income in zip code 56601?

    The median household income in zip code 56601 (Bemidji, MN) is $69,782 per year. The cost of living index is 83 (100 = national average).

    What is the average home price in zip code 56601?

    The median home value in zip code 56601 (Bemidji, MN) is $242,400. The cost of living index is 83 compared to the national average of 100.

    What county is zip code 56601 in?

    Zip code 56601 is located in Beltrami County, Minnesota. The primary city is Bemidji.

    What is the area code for zip code 56601?

    Zip code 56601 in Bemidji, MN uses area code 218. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    Is zip code 56601 a good place to live?

    Zip code 56601 (Bemidji, MN) has a cost of living index of 83 (100 = national average), a median household income of $69,782, and median home values of $242,400. The median age is 36. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.

    What is the cost of living in zip code 56601?

    The cost of living index for zip code 56601 (Bemidji, MN) is 83, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $242,400.

    What schools serve zip code 56601?

    Zip code 56601 in Bemidji, Minnesota is served by the local school district of Beltrami County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.

    All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.

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    Population, income, housing, age, and demographics
    U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2019-2023 vintage.
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    Time zones and area codes
    IANA tz database and NANPA.
    Elevation
    U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
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    2026-05-18.

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