ZIP Code 50651, Iowa
ZIP Code 50651 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50651 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Benton County / Black Hawk County / Tama County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,147. The land area covers 114.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,147 | ±406 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,362 | ±151 | 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 | 1,644 | ±218 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,362 | ±151 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 282 | ±164 |
| Median Home Value | $187,600 | ±$14,373 |
| Median Gross Rent | $971 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,333 | ±$18,084 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,049 | ±$4,931 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 269 | ±197 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,651 | ±229 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±4.2% |
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 BENTON
GUS Population: 25,799 (2024)
ID: 126537
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
111 E 4TH ST, STE 3, VINTON IA 52349-1738
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cedar Falls, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Evansdale, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Cedar Falls, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cedar Falls, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Waterloo, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Waterloo, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dysart, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Waterloo, IA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Waterloo, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Waterloo, 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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Hawkeye Community College
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College | 9.8 mi away | 1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo, IA, 50701 |
3192962320
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HAWKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 308 MAIN ST, LA PORTE CITY, IA, 50651 |
(319) 342-3025
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Allen College
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College | 15.9 mi away | 1990 Heath St, Waterloo, IA, 50703-1999 |
3192262000
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EVANSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 123 N EVANS RD, EVANSDALE, IA, 50707 |
(319) 232-5367
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The Salon Professional Academy-Cedar Falls
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 1350 College Square Mall, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613 |
3192609995
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NORMA ANDERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 320 MAIN, DYSART, IA, 52224 |
(319) 476-5210
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La James International College-Cedar Falls
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College Vocational | 17.7 mi away | 6322 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613 |
3192772150
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JESUP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 721 6TH ST, JESUP, IA, 50648 |
(319) 827-1533
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University of Northern Iowa
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College | 18.6 mi away | 1227 W 27th St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50614-0005 |
3192732311
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GARRISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 201 E PINE ST, GARRISON, IA, 52229 |
(319) 477-5531
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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 VINTON, IA US, located 14.6 miles from ZCTA5 50651. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.6° | 8.1° | 16.9° | 1.19" | 8.3" |
| February | 30.4° | 12.3° | 21.3° | 1.25" | 8.5" |
| March | 44.4° | 23.8° | 34.1° | 2.05" | 4.4" |
| April | 58.7° | 34.9° | 46.8° | 3.90" | 1.4" |
| May | 69.4° | 46.6° | 58.0° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.3° | 56.6° | 67.5° | 5.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.4° | 60.2° | 70.8° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.3° | 57.7° | 68.5° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.5° | 49.5° | 61.5° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.2° | 37.3° | 48.8° | 3.22" | 0.4" |
| November | 44.2° | 25.2° | 34.7° | 2.05" | 1.8" |
| December | 31.0° | 14.5° | 22.7° | 1.59" | 8.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Porte City city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Gilbertville city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Washburn CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Mount Auburn city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Raymond city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Brandon city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50651. • 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.