ZIP Code 56401: Brainerd, MN
Brainerd in Crow Wing County, Minnesota uses ZIP code 56401. Its reference point is at latitude 46.3502 and longitude -94.1 (46°21'00.7"N 94°05'60.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 56401
Minnesota has 1,084 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 56425 in Baxter, about 8.7 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 56401 |
|---|---|
| Place | Brainerd |
| County | Crow Wing County |
| State | Minnesota |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 46.3502 |
| Longitude | -94.1 |
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Map of ZIP Code 56401
Map centred on 46.3502, -94.1. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Brainerd, Minnesota
ZIP Codes Near 56401
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 56401, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 56401, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Baxter – 8.7 mi west
- Jenkins – 9.0 mi north
- Ironton – 11 mi northeast
- Fort Ripley – 12 mi southwest
- Deerwood – 12 mi northeast
- Crosby – 12 mi northeast
- Lake Hubert – 13 mi northwest
- Merrifield – 13 mi north
- Nisswa – 14 mi northwest
- Garrison – 15 mi southeast
- Pillager – 19 mi west
- Buckman – 21 mi south
Schools Near Brainerd
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 56401 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Brainerd, Crow Wing County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Baxter, Jenkins and Ironton widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Brainerd are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 56401.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Brainerd can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Baxter, Jenkins and Ironton.
Shopping and Dining in Brainerd
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Brainerd are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Brainerd, Minnesota can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Crow Wing County along with the name Brainerd.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 56401, Baxter lies about 8.7 mi to the west, Jenkins lies about 9.0 mi to the north, Ironton lies about 11 mi to the northeast, Fort Ripley lies about 12 mi to the southwest and Deerwood lies about 12 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Brainerd show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 56401
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Brainerd Carnegie Library”): Elkman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Crow Wing Co Jail”): Elkman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Crow Wing Co. Jail 1”): Elkman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Greetings from Brainerd, Minnesota - Large Letter Postcard (11884649624)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 56401 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).