NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 50112

IA · Population: 11,827

B+
73/100
71
B+
Safety
71
B+
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
78
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 50112

Zip code 50112 is located in Iowa and is home to approximately 11,827 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 73/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $61,467 and home values around $188,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 37.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$61,467
Home Value
$188,400
Rent
$841/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
37.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
Owner-Occupied
69.3%
Rent Burden
16.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability71B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy78B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall73B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).