ZIP Code 51503, Iowa
ZIP Code 51503 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 51503 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mills County / Pottawattamie County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,972. The land area covers 121.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,972 | ±1,376 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,442 | ±539 | 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 | 16,425 | ±503 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,442 | ±539 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 983 | ±300 |
| Median Home Value | $262,300 | ±$8,746 |
| Median Gross Rent | $991 | ±$52 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,010 | ±$4,137 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,763 | ±$1,730 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,918 | ±655 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,567 | ±895 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±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 MILLS
GUS Population: 14,717 (2024)
ID: 164263
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
418 SHARP ST, GLENWOOD IA 51534-1890
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELLEVUE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELLEVUE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Council Bluffs, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Council Bluffs, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | OMAHA, NE |
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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Iowa Western Community College
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College | 3.5 mi away | 2700 College Rd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503-1057 |
7123253200
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COUNCIL BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 400 WILLOW AVE, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, 51503 |
(712) 323-7553
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SOHO Hair Academy
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College | 3.9 mi away | 2600 South 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501 |
71232826130
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DOWNTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 1401 JONES STREET, OMAHA, NE, 68102 |
(402) 444-4828
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Bellevue University
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College | 8.6 mi away | 1000 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue, NE, 68005-3098 |
4022918100
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CARTER LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 1120 WILLOW DR, CARTER LAKE, IA, 51510 |
(712) 347-5492
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Creighton University
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College | 9.0 mi away | 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68178 |
4022802700
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BELLEVUE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 2206 LONGO DR, SUITE 100, BELLEVUE, NE, 68005 |
(402) 293-3157
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
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College | 10.1 mi away | 42nd & Dewey Ave, Omaha, NE, 68198-7815 |
4025594000
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SOUTH OMAHA LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 2808 Q STREET, OMAHA, NE, 68107 |
(402) 444-4850
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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 OMAHA EPPLEY AIRFIELD, NE US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 51503. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.6° | 15.2° | 24.4° | 0.75" | 7.2" |
| February | 38.6° | 19.3° | 28.9° | 0.95" | 7.8" |
| March | 52.1° | 30.0° | 41.0° | 1.79" | 3.0" |
| April | 64.1° | 41.1° | 52.6° | 3.17" | 1.0" |
| May | 74.6° | 52.7° | 63.6° | 4.66" | 0.1" |
| June | 84.4° | 63.4° | 73.9° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 68.0° | 78.1° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 65.6° | 75.7° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.1° | 56.1° | 67.6° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.5° | 43.2° | 54.4° | 2.32" | 0.5" |
| November | 50.3° | 30.2° | 40.2° | 1.45" | 1.7" |
| December | 37.7° | 19.8° | 28.7° | 1.22" | 5.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Mineola CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Carter Lake city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Weston CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| McClelland city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Treynor city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 51503. • 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.