ZIP Code 56501: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Detroit Lakes, MN uses ZIP code 56501, which falls within Becker County, Minnesota. Its reference point is at latitude 46.8349 and longitude -95.8006 (46°50'05.6"N 95°48'02.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 56501
Detroit Lakes, MN has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 56501, they include 56502.
Across Becker County there are 13 ZIP codes listed, and Minnesota has 1,084 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 56578 in Rochert, MN, about 5.0 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 56501 |
|---|---|
| City | Detroit Lakes |
| County | Becker County |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Latitude | 46.8349 |
| Longitude | -95.8006 |
| DMS | 46°50'05.6"N 95°48'02.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 56578 (Rochert, 5.0 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Detroit Lakes, MN · All Minnesota ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 56501
Map centered on 46.8349, -95.8006. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Detroit Lakes, MN
Video: Detroit Lakes, MN
Detroit Lakes 4th of July Walking Tour | 4K 60fps ???????? | City Walks for Sleep & Study — by SoundLessReels · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 56501
These 14 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 56501, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 56501, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Rochert, MN (5.0 mi northeast), Richwood, MN (9.0 mi northeast) and White Earth, MN (9.0 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Rochert, MN – 5.0 mi northeast
- Richwood, MN – 9.0 mi northeast
- White Earth, MN – 9.0 mi northeast
- Audubon, MN – 9.2 mi west
- Vergas, MN – 11 mi south
- Lake Park, MN – 13 mi west
- Callaway, MN – 14 mi northwest
- Frazee, MN – 14 mi east
- Perham, MN – 19 mi southeast
- Ogema, MN – 19 mi north
Schools Near Detroit Lakes, MN
If you are moving to ZIP code 56501, check the school district serving Detroit Lakes and Becker County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Rochert and Richwood can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 56501.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Detroit Lakes. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 56501 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Detroit Lakes, MN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 56501 may also use facilities in nearby Rochert, Richwood and White Earth.
Shopping and Dining in Detroit Lakes
For places to eat and shop near Detroit Lakes, MN, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 56501.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 56501.
To research local history, try searching for Becker County records and archives along with the name Detroit Lakes.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 56501, Rochert lies about 5.0 mi to the northeast, Richwood lies about 9.0 mi to the northeast, White Earth lies about 9.0 mi to the northeast, Audubon lies about 9.2 mi to the west and Vergas lies about 11 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Detroit Lakes show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 56501
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Detroit Lakes Library HABS”): Jet Lowe, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Holmes Block 2013”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Detroit Lakes City Park recreation building”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Homer E. Sargent House”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Detroit Lakes Depot”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Detroit Lakes 4th of July Walking Tour | 4K 60fps ???????? | City Walks for Sleep & Study” by SoundLessReels, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 56501 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.