51249 ZIP Code – Sibley, Iowa
ZIP code 51249 is a small ZIP code located in Sibley, Iowa, within Osceola County with a population of approximately 3,388 residents. The median household income is $67,083 — near the Iowa average and near the national average. Median home values of $143,300 are well below the national average, with 77.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $727 is below the national average. Housing consists of 92% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 6.1%, which is above the U.S. rate. About 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. An estimated 19.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. The median age is 42.4, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 56117, 51232, 51243.
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ZIP 51249 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 51249 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,388 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $67k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $143k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $727 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.4 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 19.0% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 56117 – Bigelow
- 51232 – Ashton
- 51243 – Little Rock
- 51354 – Ocheyedan
- 51350 – Melvin
- 51237 – George
- 56168 – Rushmore
- 51248 – Sanborn
- 51345 – Harris
- 51244 – Matlock
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56117 | BIGELOW | 374 | $78,977 |
| 51232 | ASHTON | 774 | $75,313 |
| 51243 | LITTLE ROCK | 663 | $76,406 |
| 51354 | OCHEYEDAN | 1,090 | $68,011 |
| 51350 | MELVIN | 443 | $63,125 |