ZIP Code 51579, Iowa
ZIP Code 51579 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 51579 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harrison County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,282. The land area covers 117.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | ±294 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 840 | ±104 | 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 | 965 | ±107 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 840 | ±104 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 125 | ±51 |
| Median Home Value | $204,400 | ±$20,870 |
| Median Gross Rent | $794 | ±$149 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | ±$17,821 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,776 | ±$2,689 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 186 | ±87 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,016 | ±150 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.6% | ±4.3% |
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: 14,626 (2024)
ID: 164252
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
111 N 2ND AVE, LOGAN IA 51546-1370
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dow City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Dunlap, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Logan, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Logan, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Missouri Valley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Missouri Valley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Missouri Valley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Woodbine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Woodbine, 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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WOODBINE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 58 5TH ST, WOODBINE, IA, 51579 |
(712) 647-2750
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LOGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 121 E 6TH ST, LOGAN, IA, 51546 |
(712) 644-2551
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DUNLAP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 102 S 10TH ST, DUNLAP, IA, 51529 |
(712) 643-5311
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MOORHEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | MAIN ST, MOORHEAD, IA, 51558 | — |
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SOLDIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 108 OAK ST, SOLDIER, IA, 51572 |
(712) 884-2266
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MONDAMIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 201 MAPLE ST, MONDAMIN, IA, 51557 |
(712) 646-2888
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DOW CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 104 S FRANKLIN ST, DOW CITY, IA, 51528 |
(712) 674-3453
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MISSOURI VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 420 E HURON ST, MISSOURI VALLEY, IA, 51555 |
(712) 642-4111
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MODALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 210 MAIN ST, MODALE, IA, 51556 |
(402) 885-0458
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UTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 130 MAIN ST, UTE, IA, 51060 |
(712) 885-2237
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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 LOGAN, IA US, located 9.3 miles from ZCTA5 51579. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.7° | 9.9° | 20.3° | 0.72" | 7.9" |
| February | 35.5° | 13.5° | 24.5° | 0.98" | 6.4" |
| March | 48.9° | 25.8° | 37.4° | 1.82" | 4.1" |
| April | 61.7° | 36.3° | 49.0° | 3.40" | 0.9" |
| May | 72.5° | 49.4° | 61.0° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.4° | 60.1° | 71.3° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.6° | 64.1° | 74.8° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.7° | 61.2° | 72.5° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.5° | 51.3° | 64.4° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.7° | 38.2° | 51.4° | 2.61" | 0.6" |
| November | 48.6° | 25.4° | 37.0° | 1.45" | 2.2" |
| December | 35.3° | 15.3° | 25.3° | 1.40" | 6.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbine city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Dunlap city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Logan city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Magnolia city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Pisgah city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Panama city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 51579. • 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.