| ZIP Code | 50150 |
|---|---|
| City | Lovilia |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Monroe County |
| Area Code | 641 |
| Elevation | 837 ft |
| Latitude | 41.125508 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.975192 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19135 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 25.7% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 46% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 288 (53.1%) |
| Some College | 68 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 47 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 35 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 104 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,844 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,200 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $783/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 356 |
| Vacant Units | 27 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 356 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 27 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 50150 is located in Lovilia, Iowa, within Monroe County. With a population of 827, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 50150 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,844 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 50150 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $783 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 50150 is primarily White (97.70%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 50150 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 50150 in Lovilia, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 827 residents, a median household income of $64,844, and a median home value of $119,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.