ZIP Code 50316, Iowa
ZIP Code 50316 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50316 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Polk County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,710. The land area covers 3.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,710 | ±1,159 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,636 | ±357 | 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 | 6,221 | ±347 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,636 | ±357 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 585 | ±170 |
| Median Home Value | $154,300 | ±$7,089 |
| Median Gross Rent | $952 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,090 | ±$4,300 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,382 | ±$3,139 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,798 | ±675 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,689 | ±701 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.7% | ±3.3% |
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 | KG-05 | Johnston, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Polk City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Bondurant, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bondurant, 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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Grand View University
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College | 0.8 mi away | 1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316 |
5152632800
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NORTH SIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 3516 5TH AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50310 |
(515) 283-4941
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Mercy College of Health Sciences
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College | 1.7 mi away | 928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1239 |
5156433180
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FOREST AVENUE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 1326 FOREST AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50314 |
(515) 283-4152
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UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 2.2 mi away | 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1453 |
5152416880
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DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 1000 GRAND AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50309 |
(515) 283-4152
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Drake University
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College | 2.8 mi away | 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311-4505 |
5152712011
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PLEASANT HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 5151 MAPLE DR, PLEASANT HILL, IA, 50327 |
(515) 266-7815
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Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
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College | 5.9 mi away | 3305 70th St, Des Moines, IA, 50322-3203 |
5152789939
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FRANKLIN AVENUE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 5000 FRANKLIN AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50310 |
(515) 283-4271
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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 DES MOINES INTL AP, IA US, located 5.9 miles from ZCTA5 50316. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 13.8° | 22.3° | 1.08" | 9.4" |
| February | 35.7° | 18.0° | 26.9° | 1.34" | 10.2" |
| March | 49.2° | 29.6° | 39.4° | 2.17" | 4.4" |
| April | 62.0° | 40.6° | 51.3° | 4.02" | 1.2" |
| May | 72.4° | 52.3° | 62.4° | 5.24" | 0.2" |
| June | 81.9° | 62.4° | 72.2° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.6° | 66.4° | 76.0° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.6° | 64.2° | 73.9° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.9° | 55.4° | 66.2° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.4° | 42.9° | 53.2° | 2.78" | 0.5" |
| November | 48.3° | 30.2° | 39.3° | 1.91" | 2.7" |
| December | 35.9° | 19.5° | 27.7° | 1.58" | 7.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Pleasant Hill city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Saylorville CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Windsor Heights city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Altoona city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Ankeny city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50316. • 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.