ZIP Code 56511

ZIP code 56511, centered on Detroit Lakes, sits in middle-to-upper-income territory, with a median household income of $89,875 and per-capita income of $49,603. Homes here carry a median value of $401,900, and the county-level property tax rate of 0.69% keeps annual taxes lower than many parts of Minnesota. A combined sales tax rate of 7.38% applies to purchases in the area. Households earning near the median can cover both obligations without much strain, though the sales tax adds up on everyday spending. Overall, this ZIP blends solid earning power with a comparatively gentle property tax load.