2026 Rankings

Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk in Minnesota — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

1,023 ZIP codes ranked by Gas Risk Score #1: ZIP 55002 (Almelund, MN) — 0/100
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Out of 1,023 ZIP codes with data in Minnesota, these are the lowest-ranked areas for gas risk score. See also: National Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk | All Minnesota Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 1,023
Lowest value 0/100
Median value 0/100
State Minnesota

100 Lowest-Ranked ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Gas Risk Score Safety Score
1 55002 Almelund MN 0/100 53/100
2 55006 Braham MN 0/100 83/100
3 55007 Brook Park MN 0/100 58/100
4 55008 Cambridge MN 0/100 83/100
5 55012 Center City MN 0/100 83/100
6 55013 Chisago City MN 0/100 75/100
7 55017 Dalbo MN 0/100 53/100
8 55019 Dundas MN 0/100 67/100
9 55021 Faribault MN 0/100 61/100
10 55029 Grandy MN 0/100 53/100
11 55030 Grasston MN 0/100 75/100
12 55032 Harris MN 0/100 72/100
13 55036 Henriette MN 0/100 53/100
14 55037 Hinckley MN 0/100 75/100
15 55040 Isanti MN 0/100 70/100
16 55045 Lindstrom MN 0/100 76/100
17 55046 Lonsdale MN 0/100 66/100
18 55049 Medford MN 0/100 70/100
19 55051 Mora MN 0/100 65/100
20 55052 Morristown MN 0/100 63/100
21 55053 Nerstrand MN 0/100 55/100
22 55056 North Branch MN 0/100 83/100
23 55057 Northfield MN 0/100 64/100
24 55060 Owatonna MN 0/100 60/100
25 55063 Pine City MN 0/100 76/100
26 55067 Rock Creek MN 0/100 53/100
27 55069 Rush City MN 0/100 75/100
28 55072 Sandstone MN 0/100 83/100
29 55074 Shafer MN 0/100 72/100
30 55078 Stacy MN 0/100 83/100
31 55080 Stanchfield MN 0/100 53/100
32 55084 Taylors Falls MN 0/100 83/100
33 55087 Warsaw MN 0/100 61/100
34 55088 Webster MN 0/100 60/100
35 55301 Albertville MN 0/100 66/100
36 55302 Annandale MN 0/100 65/100
37 55307 Arlington MN 0/100 66/100
38 55308 Becker MN 0/100 68/100
39 55309 Big Lake MN 0/100 70/100
40 55310 Bird Island MN 0/100 66/100
41 55312 Brownton MN 0/100 70/100
42 55313 Buffalo MN 0/100 60/100
43 55314 Buffalo Lake MN 0/100 66/100
44 55319 Clear Lake MN 0/100 63/100
45 55320 Clearwater MN 0/100 62/100
46 55321 Cokato MN 0/100 70/100
47 55324 Darwin MN 0/100 66/100
48 55325 Dassel MN 0/100 66/100
49 55328 Delano MN 0/100 65/100
50 55329 Eden Valley MN 0/100 70/100
51 55330 Elk River MN 0/100 65/100
52 55332 Fairfax MN 0/100 68/100
53 55333 Franklin MN 0/100 55/100
54 55334 Gaylord MN 0/100 66/100
55 55335 Gibbon MN 0/100 33/100
56 55336 Glencoe MN 0/100 70/100
57 55338 Green Isle MN 0/100 70/100
58 55341 Hanover MN 0/100 40/100
59 55342 Hector MN 0/100 70/100
60 55349 Howard Lake MN 0/100 33/100
61 55350 Hutchinson MN 0/100 70/100
62 55353 Kimball MN 0/100 62/100
63 55354 Lester Prairie MN 0/100 70/100
64 55355 Litchfield MN 0/100 70/100
65 55358 Maple Lake MN 0/100 70/100
66 55362 Monticello MN 0/100 69/100
67 55363 Montrose MN 0/100 55/100
68 55365 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
69 55366 New Auburn MN 0/100 66/100
70 55370 Plato MN 0/100 66/100
71 55371 Princeton MN 0/100 78/100
72 55376 Saint Michael MN 0/100 53/100
73 55377 Santiago MN 0/100 40/100
74 55380 Silver Creek MN 0/100 40/100
75 55381 Silver Lake MN 0/100 55/100
76 55382 South Haven MN 0/100 57/100
77 55385 Stewart MN 0/100 51/100
78 55389 Watkins MN 0/100 55/100
79 55390 Waverly MN 0/100 68/100
80 55395 Winsted MN 0/100 62/100
81 55396 Winthrop MN 0/100 65/100
82 55398 Zimmerman MN 0/100 70/100
83 55501 Polk County MN 0/100 —
84 55561 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
85 55563 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
86 55565 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
87 55572 Rockford MN 0/100 40/100
88 55575 Howard Lake MN 0/100 33/100
89 55580 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
90 55581 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
91 55582 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
92 55584 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
93 55585 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
94 55586 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
95 55587 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
96 55588 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
97 55589 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
98 55590 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
99 55591 Monticello MN 0/100 65/100
100 55592 Maple Plain MN 0/100 66/100

Methodology

Safest gas rankings show ZIP codes with the lowest PHMSA gas distribution incident risk scores. A score of 0-5 means the county has no or very few recorded incidents since 2004. Low scores indicate areas with well-maintained gas infrastructure and minimal historical incidents.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes an area safe from gas incidents?

Low gas risk areas typically have newer pipeline infrastructure, fewer distribution lines per capita, or areas that rely less on natural gas for heating. However, individual home safety still depends on appliance maintenance and CO detector placement.

Should I still install CO detectors in low-risk areas?

Yes. The CPSC recommends CO detectors in every home regardless of area risk. Carbon monoxide can come from any fuel-burning appliance — furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, generators, and even attached garages.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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