NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 51529

IA · Population: 1,992

B
68/100
71
B+
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
71
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 51529

Zip code 51529 is located in Iowa and is home to approximately 1,992 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $61,250 and home values around $132,900, 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 18% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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
$61,250
Home Value
$132,900
Rent
$817/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
18%
Unemployment
4.1%
Owner-Occupied
71.9%
Rent Burden
16% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy71B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).