50238 ZIP Code – Russell, Iowa
50238 is a ZIP code serving Russell, Iowa in Lucas County with a population of approximately 1,168 residents. The median household income is $61,534 — near the Iowa average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $81,500, well below the national average, with 88.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). ; median rent of $697 is similarly below the national average. Housing consists of 87% single-family (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 2.4%, which is well below the U.S. rate. An estimated 12.5% of the population falls below the poverty line, near the national figure. 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 47.5, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 52569, 50049, 50272.
ZIP Code 50238 Data
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ZIP 50238 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 50238 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,168 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $61k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $81k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $697 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 47.5 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.8% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 52569 – Melrose
- 50049 – Chariton
- 50272 – Williamson
- 50165 – Millerton
- 52583 – Promise City
- 52581 – Plano
- 50057 – Columbia
- 50150 – Lovilia
- 50068 – Derby
- 52574 – Mystic
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52569 | MELROSE | 630 | $57,422 |
| 50049 | CHARITON | 6,449 | $59,284 |
| 50272 | WILLIAMSON | 139 | $43,125 |
| 50165 | MILLERTON | 33 | $83,750 |
| 52583 | PROMISE CITY | 447 | $83,523 |