ZIP Code 51366, Iowa
ZIP Code 51366 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 51366 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Buena Vista County / Clay County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 245. The land area covers 62.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | ±82 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.8 yrs | ±14.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 104 | ±36 | 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 | 123 | ±35 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 104 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 19 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $130,800 | ±$30,420 |
| Median Gross Rent | $681 | ±$355 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,500 | ±$42,441 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,048 | ±$17,434 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6 | ±8 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 127 | ±52 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.5% | ±16.8% |
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: 20,816 (2024)
ID: 184125
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
PO BOX 220, STORM LAKE IA 50588-0220
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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 | Albert City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Royal, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Laurens, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Ruthven, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ruthven, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sioux Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sioux Rapids, 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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Buena Vista University
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College | 24.4 mi away | 610 W 4th St, Storm Lake, IA, 50588 |
7127492400
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WEBB PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 124 MAIN ST, WEBB, IA, 51366 |
(712) 838-7719
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MARATHON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 306 W ATTICA, MARATHON, IA, 50565 |
(712) 289-2200
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SIOUX RAPIDS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 215 2ND ST, SIOUX RAPIDS, IA, 50585 |
(712) 283-2064
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LAURENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 273 N THIRD, LAURENS, IA, 50554 |
(712) 841-4612
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REMBRANDT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | MAIN ST 7 BROADWAY, REMBRANDT, IA, 50576 |
(712) 286-6801
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ALBERT CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 215 MAIN ST, ALBERT CITY, IA, 50510 |
(712) 843-2012
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RUTHVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 1301 GOWRIE ST, RUTHVEN, IA, 51358 |
(712) 837-4820
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LINN GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 110 WEAVER ST, LINN GROVE, IA, 51033 |
(712) 296-3919
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SPENCER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 21 E 3RD ST, SPENCER, IA, 51301 |
(712) 580-7290
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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 SIOUX RAPIDS 4 E, IA US, located 5.6 miles from ZCTA5 51366. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.3° | 8.2° | 16.7° | 0.62" | 8.0" |
| February | 29.9° | 12.8° | 21.4° | 0.83" | 6.9" |
| March | 43.1° | 24.7° | 33.9° | 1.76" | 6.5" |
| April | 58.2° | 36.0° | 47.1° | 3.58" | 2.3" |
| May | 69.9° | 48.3° | 59.1° | 4.19" | 0.3" |
| June | 79.9° | 59.1° | 69.5° | 5.05" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.9° | 62.2° | 72.1° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 59.3° | 69.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 51.1° | 62.4° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.5° | 38.5° | 49.5° | 2.51" | 0.7" |
| November | 43.9° | 25.1° | 34.5° | 1.42" | 3.8" |
| December | 29.8° | 14.0° | 21.9° | 0.94" | 6.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Gillett Grove city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Marathon city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Greenville city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Sioux Rapids city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Rossie city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 51366. • 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.