ZIP Code 51510, Iowa
ZIP Code 51510 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 51510 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,767. The land area covers 1.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,767 | ±17 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,390 | ±156 | 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 | 1,457 | ±178 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,390 | ±156 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 67 | ±67 |
| Median Home Value | $169,400 | ±$17,678 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,323 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $85,349 | ±$12,718 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,306 | ±$6,749 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% | ±9.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 434 | ±358 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,784 | ±199 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±7.9% |
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 POTTAWATTAMIE
GUS Population: 93,529 (2024)
ID: 190184
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
227 S 6TH ST, COUNCIL BLUFFS IA 51501-4209
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular public school district Serving District | PK-12 | St. Ansgar, IA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELLEVUE, 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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Creighton University
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College | 2.3 mi away | 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68178 |
4022802700
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CARTER LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 1120 WILLOW DR, CARTER LAKE, IA, 51510 |
(712) 347-5492
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Metropolitan Community College Area
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College | 2.6 mi away | 30th & Fort Street, Omaha, NE, 68111-1610 |
5316222400
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CHARLES B WASHINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 2868 AMES AVENUE, OMAHA, NE, 68111 |
(402) 444-4849
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Clarkson College
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College | 3.6 mi away | 101 S 42nd St, Omaha, NE, 68131-2739 |
4025523100
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DOWNTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 1401 JONES STREET, OMAHA, NE, 68102 |
(402) 444-4828
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
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College | 3.7 mi away | 42nd & Dewey Ave, Omaha, NE, 68198-7815 |
4025594000
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A V SORENSEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 4808 CASS STREET, OMAHA, NE, 68132 |
(402) 444-5274
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Universal College of Healing Arts
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College | 4.2 mi away | 8702 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE, 68112-1810 |
40255644562
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COUNCIL BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 400 WILLOW AVE, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, 51503 |
(712) 323-7553
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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 1.8 miles from ZCTA5 51510. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Lake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Council Bluffs city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Crescent city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Omaha city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Ralston city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Weston CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 51510. • 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.