ZIP Code 50035, Iowa
ZIP Code 50035 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50035 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Polk County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,131. The land area covers 43.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,131 | ±524 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,548 | ±319 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,625 | ±320 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,548 | ±319 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 77 | ±101 |
| Median Home Value | $323,000 | ±$19,122 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,289 | ±$148 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $134,906 | ±$13,474 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,800 | ±$3,474 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 552 | ±507 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,618 | ±470 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 516,185 (2024)
ID: 104326
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CENTRAL ACCOUNTING MANAGER
111 COURT AVE, DES MOINES IA 50309-2218
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ankeny, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Altoona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Bondurant, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Ankeny, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Ankeny, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ankeny, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Cambridge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Huxley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Huxley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Slater, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Des Moines Area Community College
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College | 8.0 mi away | 2006 Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, 50023-3993 |
5159646200
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BONDURANT COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 104 2ND ST NE, BONDURANT, IA, 50035 |
(515) 967-4790
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Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
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College | 8.6 mi away | 1900 NW 4th St, Ankeny, IA, 50023-2152 |
5159640601
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ALTOONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 700 EIGHTH ST SW, ALTOONA, IA, 50009 |
(515) 967-3881
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Grand View University
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College | 10.3 mi away | 1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316 |
5152632800
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EAST SIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 259 HUBBELL AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50317 |
(515) 265-8555
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Mercy College of Health Sciences
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College | 12.5 mi away | 928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1239 |
5156433180
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MITCHELLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 205 CENTER AVE N, MITCHELLVILLE, IA, 50169 |
(515) 967-3339
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UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 13.0 mi away | 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1453 |
5152416880
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ANKENY KIRKENDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 1250 SW DISTRICT DR, ANKENY, IA, 50023 |
(515) 965-6460
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ANKENY, IA US, located 9.9 miles from ZCTA5 50035. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.5° | 11.7° | 20.6° | 0.97" | 6.2" |
| February | 34.2° | 16.0° | 25.1° | 0.99" | 8.0" |
| March | 47.4° | 27.4° | 37.4° | 2.01" | 3.7" |
| April | 61.0° | 38.1° | 49.5° | 4.00" | 0.7" |
| May | 71.9° | 50.3° | 61.1° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.8° | 60.8° | 71.3° | 5.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.7° | 64.7° | 75.2° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.7° | 61.7° | 72.7° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 52.9° | 65.0° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.6° | 40.5° | 52.0° | 2.67" | 0.6" |
| November | 47.8° | 28.9° | 38.4° | 1.86" | 1.0" |
| December | 34.7° | 18.0° | 26.3° | 1.39" | 4.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bondurant city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Altoona city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Elkhart city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Mitchellville city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Valeria city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Ankeny city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50035. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.