ZIP Code 50479, Iowa
ZIP Code 50479 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50479 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cerro Gordo County / Franklin County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 655. The land area covers 58.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | ±121 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 288 | ±56 | 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 | 319 | ±66 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 288 | ±56 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±30 |
| Median Home Value | $121,100 | ±$34,344 |
| Median Gross Rent | $839 | ±$160 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,750 | ±$9,305 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,464 | ±$5,299 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 57 | ±25 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 330 | ±67 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±7.7% |
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: 42,493 (2024)
ID: 126538
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY AUDITOR
220 N WASHINGTON AVE, MASON CITY IA 50401-3254
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Mason City, IA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Belmond, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Belmond, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Latimer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clear Lake, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clear Lake, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Clear Lake, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Garner, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Garner, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Garner, 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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La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology
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College | 18.1 mi away | 24 Second St NE, Mason City, IA, 50401-3308 |
6414242161
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THORNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 412 MAIN, THORNTON, IA, 50479 |
(641) 998-2416
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North Iowa Area Community College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 500 College Dr, Mason City, IA, 50401 |
6414231264
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MESERVEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 719 1ST ST, MESERVEY, IA, 50457 |
(641) 358-6274
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SWALEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 504 MAIN ST, SWALEDALE, IA, 50477 |
(641) 995-2352
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ALEXANDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 409 HARRIMAN ST, ALEXANDER, IA, 50420 |
(641) 692-3238
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SHEFFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 123 S 3RD ST, SHEFFIELD, IA, 50475 |
(641) 892-4717
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KLEMME PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 204 E MAIN ST, KLEMME, IA, 50449 |
(641) 587-2369
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ROCKWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 307 MAIN ST E, ROCKWELL, IA, 50469 |
(641) 822-3268
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BELMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 440 E MAIN ST, BELMOND, IA, 50421 |
(641) 444-4160
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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 MASON CITY MUNI AP, IA US, located 15.3 miles from ZCTA5 50479. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2° | 7.2° | 15.7° | 0.89" | 11.3" |
| February | 28.5° | 11.4° | 20.0° | 1.22" | 10.0" |
| March | 42.1° | 23.6° | 32.9° | 2.29" | 7.0" |
| April | 57.5° | 34.5° | 46.0° | 4.15" | 3.0" |
| May | 69.6° | 46.8° | 58.2° | 5.15" | 0.3" |
| June | 79.6° | 57.3° | 68.5° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 60.5° | 71.5° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 57.6° | 68.9° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 48.8° | 61.4° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.9° | 36.6° | 48.2° | 2.53" | 0.4" |
| November | 43.6° | 24.3° | 33.9° | 1.67" | 3.0" |
| December | 29.7° | 13.5° | 21.6° | 1.29" | 9.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Meservey city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Swaledale city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Alexander city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Goodell city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
| Sheffield city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50479. • 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.