| ZIP Code | 50109 |
|---|---|
| City | Granger |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Area Code | 515 |
| Elevation | 889 ft |
| Latitude | 41.77088 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.800631 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.4% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 423 (20.7%) |
| Some College | 145 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 220 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 296 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 961 (47%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,263 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $337,400 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $923/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,450 |
| Vacant Units | 168 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,450 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 168 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 50109 is located in Granger, Iowa, within Dallas County. With a population of 3,371, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 50109 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,263 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 50109 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $337,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $923 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 50109 is primarily White (92.02%). Residents are highly educated — 61.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 50109 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 50109 in Granger, IA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,371 residents, a median household income of $130,263, and a median home value of $337,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.