ZIP Code 50556, Iowa
ZIP Code 50556 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50556 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kossuth County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 159. The land area covers 37.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | ±47 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 67.9 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 91 | ±28 | 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 | 108 | ±33 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 91 | ±28 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $413 | ±$216 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $36,607 | ±$12,278 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,672 | ±$10,333 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±9.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±15.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 64 | ±28 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78% | ±2.9% |
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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COUNTY OF KOSSUTH
GUS Population: 14,408 (2024)
ID: 126547
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
114 W STATE ST, STE 8, ALGONA IA 50511-2643
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-07 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | BLUE EARTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FAIRMONT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Swea City, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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LEDYARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 220 EDMUNDS ST, LEDYARD, IA, 50556 |
(515) 646-3111
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ELMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 107 E. WILLIS STREET, ELMORE, MN, 56027 |
(507) 943-3150
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LAKOTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 204 3RD ST, LAKOTA, IA, 50451 |
(515) 886-2312
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SWEA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 208 3RD ST N, SWEA CITY, IA, 50590 |
(515) 272-4216
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BANCROFT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 208 E RAMSEY ST, BANCROFT, IA, 50517 |
(515) 885-2753
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BUFFALO CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 221 N MAIN ST, BUFFALO CENTER, IA, 50424 |
(641) 562-2546
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BLUE EARTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 124 WEST 7TH STREET, BLUE EARTH, MN, 56013 |
(507) 526-5012
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RAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 123 N MAIN ST, RAKE, IA, 50465 |
(641) 566-3388
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ARMSTRONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 308 6TH ST, ARMSTRONG, IA, 50514 |
(712) 868-3353
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TITONKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 136 MAIN ST N, TITONKA, IA, 50480 |
(515) 928-2509
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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 SWEA CITY 5N, IA US, located 5.5 miles from ZCTA5 50556. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9° | 4.5° | 13.2° | 0.87" | 10.9" |
| February | 26.9° | 8.1° | 17.5° | 0.93" | 8.5" |
| March | 39.7° | 21.4° | 30.5° | 1.76" | 4.6" |
| April | 55.4° | 32.5° | 43.9° | 3.43" | 3.6" |
| May | 67.7° | 45.6° | 56.6° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.8° | 56.9° | 67.3° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.8° | 59.8° | 70.3° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.3° | 57.5° | 67.9° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.6° | 48.0° | 60.3° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.7° | 35.2° | 46.9° | 2.52" | 0.7" |
| November | 41.9° | 22.1° | 32.0° | 1.46" | 3.1" |
| December | 27.6° | 11.2° | 19.4° | 1.17" | 8.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ledyard city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Elmore city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Lakota city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Swea City city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Bancroft city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
| Buffalo Center city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50556. • 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.