ZIP Code 50682, Iowa
ZIP Code 50682 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 50682 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Buchanan County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,692. The land area covers 86.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | ±243 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs | ±4.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 610 | ±72 | 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 | 610 | ±72 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 610 | ±72 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $183,800 | ±$21,509 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,028 | ±$120 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,375 | ±$10,553 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,189 | ±$4,242 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 56 | ±41 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 866 | ±136 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±2.3% |
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: 20,733 (2024)
ID: 164237
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 317, INDEPENDENCE IA 50644-0317
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Independence, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Winthrop, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Winthrop, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winthrop, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Independence, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Edgewood, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Independence, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Manchester, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Troy Mills, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Troy Mills, 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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WINTHROP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 354 W MADISON ST, WINTHROP, IA, 50682 |
(319) 935-3374
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INDEPENDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 805 1ST ST E, INDEPENDENCE, IA, 50644 |
(319) 334-2470
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LAMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 616 BUSH ST, LAMONT, IA, 50650 |
(563) 924-3203
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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 401 WOODRUFF ST, AURORA, IA, 50607 |
(319) 634-3960
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MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 304 N FRANKLIN ST, MANCHESTER, IA, 52057 |
(563) 927-3719
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COGGON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 202 MAIN ST, COGGON, IA, 52218 |
(319) 435-2542
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STRAWBERRY POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 401 COMMERCIAL ST, STRAWBERRY POINT, IA, 52076 |
(563) 933-4340
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URBANA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 351 VELVAS ST, URBANA, IA, 52345 |
(319) 443-2665
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ANDERSEN CENTER POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 720 MAIN ST, CENTER POINT, IA, 52213 |
(319) 849-1509
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DELHI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 311 FRANKLIN ST, DELHI, IA, 52223 |
(563) 922-2037
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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 INDEPENDENCE #1, IA US, located 10.8 miles from ZCTA5 50682. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5° | 8.0° | 17.3° | 0.95" | 10.0" |
| February | 30.8° | 11.7° | 21.2° | 1.36" | 7.3" |
| March | 44.2° | 23.9° | 34.1° | 2.02" | 3.8" |
| April | 59.0° | 35.5° | 47.3° | 3.59" | 1.8" |
| May | 70.8° | 47.8° | 59.3° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.5° | 59.2° | 69.8° | 5.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 61.8° | 72.4° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.4° | 59.4° | 70.4° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 50.9° | 62.9° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.7° | 38.3° | 50.0° | 3.03" | 0.4" |
| November | 45.9° | 25.6° | 35.7° | 2.09" | 3.0" |
| December | 32.0° | 14.6° | 23.3° | 1.66" | 7.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winthrop city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Quasqueton city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Masonville city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Rowley city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Lamont city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Independence city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 50682. • 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.