NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 51249

IA · Population: 3,388

B+
70/100
77
B+
Safety
82
A
Affordability
64
B
Quality of Life
55
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 51249

Zip code 51249 is located in Iowa and is home to approximately 3,388 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), 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 $67,083 and home values around $143,300, 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 15.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 6%, 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
$67,083
Home Value
$143,300
Rent
$727/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
15.1%
Unemployment
6%
Owner-Occupied
73.4%
Rent Burden
13% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life64BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy55C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall70B+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).