ZIP Code 51540, Iowa
ZIP Code 51540 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 51540 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mills County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 372. The land area covers 57.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | ±107 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48 yrs | ±17.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 141 | ±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 | 207 | ±91 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 141 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 66 | ±81 |
| Median Home Value | $217,700 | ±$39,200 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,309 | ±$91 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,375 | ±$21,456 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,008 | ±$15,674 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±7.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32 | ±28 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 146 | ±52 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.5% | ±16% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Carson, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Malvern, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Malvern, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Essex, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Essex, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Tabor, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Tabor, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Glenwood, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Glenwood, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Red Oak, 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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Iowa Western Community College
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College | 23.2 mi away | 2700 College Rd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503-1057 |
7123253200
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MALVERN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 502 MAIN ST, MALVERN, IA, 51551 |
(712) 624-8554
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Bellevue University
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College | 23.5 mi away | 1000 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue, NE, 68005-3098 |
4022918100
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EMERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 701 MORTON AVE, EMERSON, IA, 51533 |
(712) 824-7867
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SOHO Hair Academy
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College | 23.8 mi away | 2600 South 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501 |
71232826130
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SILVER CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 408 MAIN ST, SILVER CITY, IA, 51571 |
(712) 525-9053
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RANDOLPH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 106 S MAIN, RANDOLPH, IA, 51649 |
(712) 625-3561
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LAKIN LIBRARY & ENVISIONING CENTER
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 725 MAIN ST, TABOR, IA, 51653 |
(712) 629-2735
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GLENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 109 N VINE ST, GLENWOOD, IA, 51534 |
(712) 527-5252
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RED OAK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 400 N 2ND ST, RED OAK, IA, 51566 |
(712) 623-6516
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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 RED OAK, IA US, located 13.4 miles from ZCTA5 51540. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.8° | 12.5° | 22.7° | 0.88" | 7.3" |
| February | 37.8° | 16.4° | 27.1° | 1.11" | 8.1" |
| March | 50.9° | 27.7° | 39.3° | 2.03" | 2.6" |
| April | 63.2° | 38.3° | 50.7° | 3.83" | 1.2" |
| May | 73.4° | 50.8° | 62.1° | 5.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.8° | 61.4° | 72.1° | 5.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 65.5° | 75.9° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 62.7° | 73.7° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.4° | 53.2° | 65.8° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.7° | 40.6° | 53.2° | 3.31" | 0.5" |
| November | 50.3° | 27.8° | 39.1° | 1.88" | 1.2" |
| December | 37.4° | 17.9° | 27.6° | 1.38" | 6.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings city | City | 0.2 mi | — |
| Malvern city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Emerson city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Henderson city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Silver City city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Imogene city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 51540. • 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.