50268 ZIP Code – What Cheer, Iowa
ZIP code 50268 is a small ZIP code located in What Cheer, Iowa, within Keokuk County with a population of approximately 1,101 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $50,313, which is below the Iowa average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $72,900, well below the national average, with 76.2% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $791 is below the national average. Housing consists of 88% single-family (decreasing).
The unemployment rate is 6.6%, above the national average. An estimated 16.4% of the population falls below the poverty line, above the national figure. 8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The median age is 40.3, near the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 50255, 50136, 50104.
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ZIP 50268 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 50268 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,101 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $72k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $791 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 40.3 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 8.7% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 50255 – Thornburg
- 50136 – Keswick
- 50104 – Gibson
- 52550 – Delta
- 52586 – Rose Hill
- 50027 – Barnes City
- 52355 – Webster
- 52591 – Sigourney
- 52562 – Hayesville
- 52222 – Deep River
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50255 | THORNBURG | 56 | $50,556 |
| 50136 | KESWICK | 408 | $62,625 |
| 50104 | GIBSON | 93 | $54,375 |
| 52550 | DELTA | 640 | $52,853 |
| 52586 | ROSE HILL | 619 | $42,235 |