50014 ZIP Code – Ames, Iowa
50014 is a large ZIP code in Ames, Iowa, part of Story County with a population of approximately 31,376 residents. At $54,291, the median household income here runs below the Iowa average and below the U.S. average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $288,900, near the national average, with 36.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $1,075 is near the national average. Housing consists of 45% single-family (increasing), 49% apartments (decreasing), 6% duplex/multi-family.
The unemployment rate is 7.5%, above the national average. An estimated 29.7% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. An estimated 68.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average. At 23.2, the median age is well below the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 50012, 50013, 50105.
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ZIP 50014 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 50014 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31k | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $54k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $288k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,075 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 23.2 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 29.7% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 68.6% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 50012 – Ames
- 50013 – Ames
- 50105 – Gilbert
- 50010 – Ames
- 50134 – Kelley
- 50152 – Luther
- 50036 – Boone
- 50248 – Story City
- 50156 – Madrid
- 50124 – Huxley
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50012 | AMES | 2,061 | Not provided |
| 50013 | AMES | 4,349 | Not provided |
| 50105 | GILBERT | 1,235 | $106,923 |
| 50010 | AMES | 33,397 | $64,573 |
| 50134 | KELLEY | 915 | $94,023 |