| ZIP Code | 50158 |
|---|---|
| City | Marshalltown |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Marshall County |
| Area Code | 641 |
| Elevation | 878 ft |
| Latitude | 42.049806 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.900739 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.1% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 588 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,137 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 2,145 (12%) |
| Associates | 2,783 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,207 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,081 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,212 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,500 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $865/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,614 |
| Vacant Units | 892 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,614 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 892 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 50158 is located in Marshalltown, Iowa, within Marshall County. With a population of 31,163, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 50158 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,212 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 50158 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $865 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 50158 is majority White (60.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.1%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 50158 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 50158 in Marshalltown, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,163 residents, a median household income of $71,212, and a median home value of $130,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.