55060 ZIP Code — Owatonna, MN
Steele County, Minnesota
ZIP code 55060 is located in Owatonna, Minnesota, within Steele County. It covers approximately 203.44 square miles and serves a population of 29,657 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Central (CT) timezone, served by area code 507.
About ZIP code 55060
The housing stock consists of predominantly single-family detached homes. Most homes were built in the pre-1940, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $222,200. Owner-occupancy is high at 76%, well above the national average.
Median household income is $80,313. 33% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with manufacturing as the leading industry. The average commute of 17 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 30% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Overall, ZIP code 55060 reflects a community defined by high homeownership and a significant Social Security-dependent population.
29,657
population
203.44
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Central (CT)
timezone
55060 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 55060
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 55060. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Owatonna | Acceptable |
| Owatonna | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
55049 Medford (7.7 mi)
55049 Medford (7.7 mi)
55924 Claremont (10.5 mi)
55917 Blooming Prairie (11.4 mi)
56026 Ellendale (11.7 mi)
55087 Warsaw (15 mi)
56093 Waseca (15.5 mi)
55052 Morristown (16.5 mi)
55985 West Concord (16.8 mi)
56072 New Richland (16.9 mi)
55021 Faribault (17.9 mi)
55927 Dodge Center (18.3 mi)
Demographics
updated 06/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 29,657 |
| Population density | 146 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 27 |
| County FIPS | 147 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 203.44 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.67 sq mi |
| Latitude | 44.0588 |
| Longitude | -93.2261 |
| Timezone | Central (CT) |
| Area code | 507 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 06/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 37.5% | 36.1% | 33.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.8% | 33.5% | 31.5% |
| $100k – $200k | 25.1% | 25.4% | 26.5% |
| Over $200k | 5.5% | 5.0% | 8.5% |
Demographics & statistics
29,657
Population
146
People per sq mi
40.4
Median age
$80,313
Median household income
$41,359
Per capita income
$222,200
Median home value
$929
Median monthly rent
75.5%
Home ownership
8.7%
Poverty rate
3.6%
Unemployment
9,602
Housing units
30.0%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
783
Under 5
777
860
5–9
853
1,227
10–14
1,217
1,092
15–19
1,082
843
20–24
836
1,602
25–34
1,588
1,918
35–44
1,901
1,848
45–54
1,832
1,070
55–59
1,061
867
60–64
859
1,581
65–74
1,567
763
75–84
757
438
85+
435
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7,107 | 24.0% |
| 18 and over | 22,550 | 76.0% |
| 65 and over | 5,541 | 18.7% |
| Median age | 40.4 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
84.2%
Two or more races
4.9%
Hispanic or Latino
4.5%
Black or African American
3.8%
Other race
2.1%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,138 | 84.2% |
| Two or more races | 1,529 | 4.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,397 | 4.5% |
| Black or African American | 1,171 | 3.8% |
| Other race | 644 | 2.1% |
| Asian | 130 | 0.4% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 45 | 0.1% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 37.5% | 36.1% | 33.6% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.8% | 33.5% | 31.5% |
| $100k – $200k | 25.1% | 25.4% | 26.5% |
| Over $200k | 5.5% | 5.0% | 8.5% |
Under $10k
3.8%
$10k–$15k
3.5%
$15k–$25k
5.4%
$25k–$35k
9.0%
$35k–$50k
9.8%
$50k–$75k
15.4%
$75k–$100k
14.3%
$100k–$150k
19.8%
$150k–$200k
11.4%
$200k+
7.6%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 3.8% |
| $10k–$15k | 3.5% |
| $15k–$25k | 5.4% |
| $25k–$35k | 9.0% |
| $35k–$50k | 9.8% |
| $50k–$75k | 15.4% |
| $75k–$100k | 14.3% |
| $100k–$150k | 19.8% |
| $150k–$200k | 11.4% |
| $200k+ | 7.6% |
| Median income | $80,313 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
3.0%
$50k–$100k
2.9%
$100k–$150k
13.2%
$150k–$200k
22.8%
$200k–$300k
34.3%
$300k–$500k
20.4%
$500k–$1M
3.2%
$1M+
0.2%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $222,200 |
| Median rent / month | $929 |
| Owner occupied | 75.5% |
| Renter occupied | 24.5% |
| Vacant | 3.6% |
| Single-family detached | 74.0% |
| Large apartment buildings | 8.1% |
| Mobile homes | 1.7% |
| Median rooms | 6.6 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.55 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.1% |
| 2010–2019 | 4.6% |
| 2000–2009 | 14.0% |
| 1990–1999 | 11.1% |
| 1980–1989 | 10.9% |
| 1970–1979 | 17.5% |
| 1960–1969 | 9.3% |
| 1950–1959 | 10.5% |
| 1940–1949 | 3.8% |
| 1939 or earlier | 18.0% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 1.0% |
| 1 bedroom | 9.6% |
| 2 bedrooms | 19.1% |
| 3 bedrooms | 37.5% |
| 4 bedrooms | 24.9% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.9% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.9% |
| 1 vehicle | 28.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 35.7% |
| 3 or more | 28.4% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 75.4% |
| Electricity | 13.8% |
| Propane / LP gas | 6.9% |
| Fuel oil | 0.1% |
| Wood | 0.9% |
| No fuel used | 2.0% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 6,450 | 53.2% |
| Cohabiting couple | 673 | 5.5% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,281 | 18.8% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 2,724 | 22.5% |
| Households with children under 18 | 3,616 | 29.8% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 3,849 | 31.7% |
| Average household size | 2.40 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 32.3% | 24.0% |
| Married | 57.1% | 54.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 11.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.7% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
1.8%
Some HS, no diploma
4.5%
HS graduate
29.7%
Some college, no degree
23.0%
Associate's degree
10.9%
Bachelor's degree
19.1%
Graduate / professional
10.9%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 93.7% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 30.0% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 499 | 6.6% |
| Kindergarten | 340 | 4.5% |
| Elementary school | 3,286 | 43.5% |
| High school | 1,719 | 22.7% |
| College / grad school | 1,714 | 22.7% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Manufacturing
22.0%
Education & healthcare
20.1%
Retail trade
13.0%
Finance & real estate
8.2%
Arts, food & hospitality
6.4%
Construction
6.3%
Public administration
5.6%
Other services
4.7%
Professional & management
4.6%
Transportation & utilities
3.5%
Agriculture & mining
2.6%
Wholesale trade
1.5%
Information
1.4%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 37.0% |
| Service | 13.0% |
| Sales & office | 19.2% |
| Natural resources & construction | 9.7% |
| Production & transportation | 21.1% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 80.5% |
| Government | 14.6% |
| Self-employed | 4.9% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.0% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 83.2% |
| Carpool | 5.7% |
| Public transit | 1.0% |
| Walk | 2.4% |
| Work from home | 6.4% |
| Other means | 1.3% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 17.0 |
Poverty
All people
8.7%
Under 18 years
8.9%
18 and over
8.6%
Married-couple families
2.3%
Female-led households
12.9%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 32.9% |
| Retirement income | 23.7% |
| Supplemental Security | 3.4% |
| Cash public assistance | 2.8% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 7.3% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| High blood pressure | 28.6% |
| High cholesterol | 30.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart disease | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| Arthritis | 23.2% |
| Kidney disease | 2.8% |
| Pulmonary disease | 5.6% |
| Cancer | 6.9% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 17.5% |
| Binge drinking | 19.9% |
| No physical activity | 21.3% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 29.0% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.0% |
| Poor mental health | 13.6% |
| Poor physical health | 9.3% |
| No health insurance | 11.6% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 69.3% |
| Visited dentist | 67.4% |
| Cholesterol screening | 89.1% |
| Teeth loss | 11.5% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,657 | 7.3% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 11.2% |
| Under 18 | 5.3% |
| 18–64 years | 8.8% |
| 65 and over | 26.6% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 74.6% |
| Public insurance | 36.4% |
| No insurance | 3.2% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 1.7% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 28,097 | 94.7% |
| Spanish | 685 | 2.4% |
| Other Indo-European | 352 | 1.3% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 23 | 0.1% |
| Other languages | 36 | 0.1% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 28,267 | 95.3% |
| Born in same state | 28,018 | 94.5% |
| Born in different state | 22,014 | 74.2% |
| Foreign born | 249 | 0.8% |
| Naturalized citizen | 1,390 | 4.7% |
| Not a US citizen | 703 | 50.6% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Polish | 4,790 | 16.2% |
| Italian | 2,281 | 7.7% |
| French | 2,098 | 7.1% |
| Arab | 1,120 | 3.8% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 669 | 2.3% |
| Dutch | 568 | 1.9% |
| German | 129 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 8 | 0% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 40.9% |
| Internet access | 92.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 55060
What city is ZIP code 55060 in?
ZIP code 55060 is primarily assigned to Owatonna, Minnesota.
What county is ZIP code 55060 in?
ZIP code 55060 falls within Steele County, Minnesota.
What is the population of ZIP code 55060?
ZIP code 55060 has an estimated population of 29,657 residents, with a density of 146 people per square mile.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 55060?
The median home value in ZIP code 55060 is $222,200.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 55060?
The median household income in ZIP code 55060 is $80,313, above the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 55060 in?
ZIP code 55060 observes the CST timezone.