NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 50314

IA · Population: 10,086

C
44/100
59
C+
Safety
25
F
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 50314

Zip code 50314 is located in Iowa and is home to approximately 10,086 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $138,600 and median rent of $910/month against a median income of $37,636. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$37,636
Home Value
$138,600
Rent
$910/mo
Median Age
30
College Educated
18.8%
Unemployment
10%
Owner-Occupied
42.8%
Rent Burden
29% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety59C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability25FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).