ZIP Code 50532, Iowa
ZIP Code 50532 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50532 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hamilton County / Webster County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 804. The land area covers 75.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | ±183 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±13.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 358 | ±91 | 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 | 385 | ±97 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 358 | ±91 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 27 | ±32 |
| Median Home Value | $151,000 | ±$141,592 |
| Median Gross Rent | $673 | ±$26 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,000 | ±$31,265 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,661 | ±$7,921 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.3% | ±17.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 163 | ±147 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 363 | ±92 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±8.3% |
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: 14,856 (2024)
ID: 126543
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
2300 SUPERIOR ST, STE 3, WEBSTER CITY IA 50595-3158
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Dayton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Eagle Grove, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Eagle Grove, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Dodge, 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 International College-Ft Dodge
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College | 8.8 mi away | 2419 5th Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 |
5155763119
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DUNCOMBE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 621 PRINCE ST, DUNCOMBE, IA, 50532 |
(515) 543-4646
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Iowa Central Community College
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College | 10.5 mi away | One Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 |
51557672011148
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LEHIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 241 ELM ST, LEHIGH, IA, 50557 |
(515) 359-2967
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KENDALL YOUNG LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1201 WILLSON AVE, WEBSTER CITY, IA, 50595 |
(515) 832-9100
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FORT DODGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 424 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 50501 |
(515) 573-8167
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BADGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 211 1ST AVE SE, BADGER, IA, 50516 |
(515) 545-4793
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STRATFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 816 SHAKESPEARE, STRATFORD, IA, 50249 |
(515) 838-2131
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DAYTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 22 FIRST ST NW, DAYTON, IA, 50530 |
(515) 547-2700
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EAGLE GROVE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 101 S CADWELL, EAGLE GROVE, IA, 50533 |
(515) 448-4115
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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 WEBSTER CITY, IA US, located 10.4 miles from ZCTA5 50532. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2° | 6.9° | 16.6° | 0.87" | 7.9" |
| February | 30.8° | 10.9° | 20.9° | 1.34" | 9.8" |
| March | 44.1° | 23.3° | 33.7° | 2.05" | 4.4" |
| April | 58.9° | 33.9° | 46.4° | 3.72" | 1.0" |
| May | 70.0° | 46.7° | 58.3° | 5.27" | 0.2" |
| June | 79.5° | 57.2° | 68.3° | 5.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.8° | 60.8° | 71.8° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.5° | 58.0° | 69.2° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.8° | 48.9° | 61.8° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.9° | 36.5° | 49.2° | 2.65" | 0.1" |
| November | 45.4° | 24.1° | 34.8° | 1.70" | 1.4" |
| December | 31.7° | 13.3° | 22.5° | 1.36" | 8.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duncombe city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Coalville CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Lehigh city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Otho city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Vincent city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Webster City city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50532. • 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.