US ZIP Code
50313

Des Moines, IA

Polk County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 18,280 Population ↓ 3% since 2019
💰 $64,077 Median HH Income
▼ 16% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
🎂 37.6 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $161,800 Median Home Value
▼ 42% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019
🎓 27.9% College Grads
▼ 28% below avg
📊 4.1% Unemployment
▼ 17% below avg ↓ 38% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code50313
CityDes Moines
StateIowa (IA)
CountyPolk County
Area Code515
Elevation817 ft
Latitude41.656895
Longitude-93.62454
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19153
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 56.8% (10,379) Female 43.2% (7,901) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 61.1%Hispanic: 16.9%Black: 10.6%Asian: 6.3%Other: 5.1%Race
White61.1%
Hispanic16.9%
Black10.6%
Asian6.3%
Other5.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
8%
25–44
33%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.44
Below Poverty12.5% ▲ 25% above avg
College Grads27.9% ▼ 28% below avg
Unemployment4.1% ▼ 17% below avg
No HS Diploma441 (3.8%)
HS Graduate4,337 (37.2%)
Some College1,836 (15.7%)
Associates1,797 (15.4%)
Bachelors1,231 (10.5%)
Graduate Degree2,029 (17.4%)

Education

No HS: 3.8%HS Grad: 37.2%Some College: 15.7%Associates: 15.4%Bachelors: 10.5%Graduate: 17.4%Edu
No HS3.8%
HS Grad37.2%
Some College15.7%
Associates15.4%
Bachelors10.5%
Graduate17.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 74%Renter: 26%Tenure
Owner74.0%
Renter26.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
27%
$150k–200k
22%
$200k–300k
19%
$300k–500k
9%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$64,077 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
Median Home Value$161,800 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,077/mo ↑ 18% since 2019
Total Units7,674
Vacant Units550
Avg HH Size2.44

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
25%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
90%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
51%
30–45 min
11%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
20%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
8%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units7,674
Vacant550
Owner Occupied74.0%
Renter Occupied26.0%
Avg HH Size2.44
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 50313 is in Des Moines, IA, in Polk County.
ZIP code 50313 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 50313 is in Polk County, IA.
ZIP 50313 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 50313 is 18,280 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 50313 is $64,077 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 50313 is $161,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 50313

ZIP code 50313 is located in Des Moines, Iowa, within Polk County. With a population of 18,280, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 50313 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,077 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 50313 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $161,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,077 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.

The population of 50313 is majority White (61.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 50313 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 50313 in Des Moines, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,280 residents, a median household income of $64,077, and a median home value of $161,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.