50309 ZIP Code – Des Moines, Iowa
ZIP code 50309 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Des Moines, Iowa, within Polk County with a population of approximately 9,307 residents. The median household income of $58,041 is below the Iowa average and below the national average. The median home value of $309,300 is above the national average, with 10.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). ; median rent of $1,126 is similarly near the national average. Housing consists of 9% single-family (increasing), 87% apartments (decreasing).
At 4.3%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. The poverty rate is 17.1%, above the national average. About 66.8% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well above the national rate. At 28.9, the median age is below the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 50319, 50314, 50316.
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ZIP 50309 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 50309 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,307 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $58k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $309k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,126 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 28.9 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 66.8% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 50319 – Des Moines
- 50314 – Des Moines
- 50316 – Des Moines
- 50315 – Des Moines
- 50312 – Des Moines
- 50311 – Des Moines
- 50310 – Des Moines
- 50321 – Des Moines
- 50317 – Des Moines
- 50320 – Des Moines
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50319 | DES MOINES | Not provided | Not provided |
| 50314 | DES MOINES | 10,086 | $37,636 |
| 50316 | DES MOINES | 16,647 | $51,803 |
| 50315 | DES MOINES | 36,355 | $58,441 |
| 50312 | DES MOINES | 15,498 | $77,612 |