ZIP Code 56553: Kent, Minnesota
ZIP code 56553 covers part or all of Kent in Wilkin County, Minnesota. Its reference point is at latitude 46.4378 and longitude -96.6852 (46°26'16.1"N 96°41'06.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 56553
56553 is the only ZIP code listed for Kent, MN in our directory.
Across Wilkin County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and Minnesota has 1,084 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 58001 in Abercrombie, ND, about 2.1 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 56553 |
|---|---|
| City | Kent |
| County | Wilkin County |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Latitude | 46.4378 |
| Longitude | -96.6852 |
| DMS | 46°26'16.1"N 96°41'06.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 58001 (Abercrombie, 2.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 56553
Map centered on 46.4378, -96.6852. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 56553
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 56553, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 56553, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Abercrombie, ND (2.1 mi west), Wahpeton, ND (8.7 mi southwest) and Wolverton, MN (8.8 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Abercrombie, ND – 2.1 mi west
- Wahpeton, ND – 8.7 mi southwest
- Wolverton, MN – 8.8 mi north
- Colfax, ND – 9.1 mi west
- Christine, ND – 9.4 mi northwest
- Breckenridge, MN – 12 mi southeast
- Mooreton, ND – 15 mi southwest
- Comstock, MN – 16 mi north
- Walcott, ND – 18 mi northwest
- Barney, ND – 19 mi southwest
Schools Near Kent, MN
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 56553 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Kent and Wilkin County.
Searching nearby communities such as Abercrombie and Wahpeton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 56553.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Kent, MN are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 56553.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Kent, MN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 56553 may also use facilities in nearby Abercrombie, Wahpeton and Wolverton.
Shopping and Dining in Kent
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 56553 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Kent, Minnesota can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 56553.
To research local history, try searching for Wilkin County records and archives along with the name Kent.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 56553, Abercrombie lies about 2.1 mi to the west, Wahpeton lies about 8.7 mi to the southwest, Wolverton lies about 8.8 mi to the north, Colfax lies about 9.1 mi to the west and Christine lies about 9.4 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Kent show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 56553
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Abercrombie, North Dakota (226802020)”): Andrew Filer from Seattle (ex-Minneapolis), CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 56553 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.