52649 ZIP Code – Salem, Iowa
52649 is a small ZIP code in Salem, Iowa, part of Henry County with a population of approximately 760 residents. The median household income is $65,268 — near the Iowa average and near the national average. Median home values of $194,500 are below the national average, with 91.2% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $721 is below the national average. Housing consists of 93% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 0.8%, which is well below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 5.8%, well below the national average. About 32.3% of residents have completed a four-year degree, above the national rate. At 41.6, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 52631, 52630, 52657.
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ZIP 52649 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 52649 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 760 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $65k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $194k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $721 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.6 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 32.3% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 52631 – Houghton
- 52630 – Hillsboro
- 52657 – Saint Paul
- 52656 – West Point
- 52641 – Mount Pleasant
- 52651 – Stockport
- 52645 – New London
- 52625 – Donnellson
- 52635 – Lockridge
- 52620 – Bonaparte
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52631 | HOUGHTON | 61 | $107,500 |
| 52630 | HILLSBORO | 230 | $40,833 |
| 52657 | SAINT PAUL | 65 | $83,250 |
| 52656 | WEST POINT | 2,295 | $78,272 |
| 52641 | MOUNT PLEASANT | 12,812 | $62,790 |