ZIP Code 50603, Iowa
ZIP Code 50603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chickasaw County / Howard County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 555. The land area covers 45.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | ±214 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±14.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 231 | ±73 | 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 | 237 | ±75 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 231 | ±73 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6 | ±8 |
| Median Home Value | $122,700 | ±$113,339 |
| Median Gross Rent | $640 | ±$263 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,271 | ±$20,538 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,879 | ±$10,932 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±15.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 33 | ±85 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 365 | ±160 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.5% | ±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: 11,719 (2024)
ID: 164241
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY SUPERVISOR A
PO BOX 311, NEW HAMPTON IA 50659-0311
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charles City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Charles City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Charles City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | New Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | New Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Riceville, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Riceville, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Charles City, IA | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-11 | CHARLES 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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ALTA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 203 S WHITE AVE, ALTA VISTA, IA, 50603 |
(641) 364-6009
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ELMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 319 OAK ST, ELMA, IA, 50628 |
(641) 393-8100
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IONIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 101 W IOWA ST, IONIA, IA, 50645 |
(641) 394-4803
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NEW HAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 20 W SPRING ST, NEW HAMPTON, IA, 50659 |
(641) 394-2184
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RICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 307 WOODLAND AVE, RICEVILLE, IA, 50466 |
(641) 985-2273
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CHARLES CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 106 MILWAUKEE MALL, CHARLES CITY, IA, 50616 |
(641) 257-6319
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NASHUA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 220 BRASHER ST, NASHUA, IA, 50658 |
(641) 435-4635
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LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 412 E GROVE ST, LAWLER, IA, 52154 |
(563) 238-2191
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OSAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 406 MAIN ST, OSAGE, IA, 50461 |
(641) 732-3323
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LIME SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 112 W MAIN ST, LIME SPRINGS, IA, 52155 |
(563) 566-2207
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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 NEW HAMPTON, IA US, located 12.4 miles from ZCTA5 50603. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.3° | 5.5° | 14.4° | 1.31" | 9.7" |
| February | 27.8° | 9.8° | 18.8° | 1.38" | 10.3" |
| March | 41.0° | 22.4° | 31.7° | 2.35" | 6.2" |
| April | 56.3° | 34.1° | 45.2° | 4.18" | 1.4" |
| May | 68.0° | 46.5° | 57.2° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.0° | 56.9° | 67.5° | 6.59" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.8° | 60.2° | 70.5° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.8° | 58.0° | 68.4° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.6° | 49.3° | 61.0° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.1° | 36.9° | 48.0° | 2.66" | 0.1" |
| November | 42.8° | 23.8° | 33.3° | 2.07" | 2.9" |
| December | 29.1° | 12.4° | 20.8° | 1.67" | 7.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
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Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Elma city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| North Washington city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Colwell city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Bassett city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Ionia city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50603. • 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.