NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 50536

IA · Population: 4,304

B+
73/100
71
B+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
69
B
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 50536

Zip code 50536 is located in Iowa and is home to approximately 4,304 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 $60,000 and home values around $123,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, 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
$60,000
Home Value
$123,800
Rent
$657/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
20.3%
Unemployment
3.5%
Owner-Occupied
71.8%
Rent Burden
13.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life69BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+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).