50131 ZIP Code
Johnston, Iowa
December 14, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 50131 |
| City/Town: | Johnston |
| County: | Polk |
| State: | Iowa |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 23,967 |
| Median Household Income: | $97,926 |
| Per Capita Income: | $61,869 |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,665 |
| Median Home Value: | $331,900 |
| Land Area: | 23.8 sq miles
61.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 4.1 sq miles
10.7 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.6968, -93.7208 |
Population Information (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 23,967 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 11,775 | 49.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 12,192 | 50.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,737 | 7.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,141 | 8.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,223 | 9.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,383 | 5.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,152 | 4.8% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,743 | 11.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,239 | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,146 | 13.1% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,509 | 6.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 975 | 4.1% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,181 | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,023 | 4.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 515 | 2.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $331,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,221 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 9,665 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 9,338 | 96.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 327 | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 6,635 | 71.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,703 | 28.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 15,331 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 81 | 0.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 433 | 2.8% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,503 | 16.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,414 | 15.7% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,522 | 9.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 5,231 | 34.1% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,147 | 20.5% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 54.6% | 34.3% |
Income Information (50131 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $97,926 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $135,137 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $132,500 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $61,869 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 12,736 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 12,282 | 98.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 248 | 2.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,809 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 9,959 | 81.1% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,710 | 13.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 613 | 5.0% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 19,103 | 79.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,504 | 10.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 16 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,391 | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 187 | 0.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 766 | 3.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 435 | 1.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 736 | 3.1% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 582 | 2.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 37 | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 117 | 0.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (50131 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 169 | 1.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 234 | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 281 | 3.0% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 545 | 5.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,131 | 12.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,186 | 12.7% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,196 | 12.8% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,552 | 16.6% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,063 | 11.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,981 | 21.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (50131 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,983 | 81.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 530 | 4.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 15 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 128 | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 66 | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,508 | 12.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 18.3 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (50131 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 245 | 2.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 436 | 3.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,080 | 8.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 375 | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 707 | 5.8% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 520 | 4.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 250 | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 2,344 | 19.1% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,368 | 11.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,376 | 27.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 627 | 5.1% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 431 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 523 | 4.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.5% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 22,916 | 95.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 19,626 | 81.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 6,443 | 26.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 599 | 2.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (50131 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 7,644 | 81.9% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,164 | 23.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,334 | 25.0% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 240 | 2.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 48 | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 559 | 6.0% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (50131 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,744 | 59.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,303 | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 4 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 101 | 1.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 589 | 6.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 616 | 6.4% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,308 | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (50131 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 184 | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 2,428 | 25.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 3,143 | 32.5% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,864 | 19.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,088 | 11.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 307 | 3.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 335 | 3.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 117 | 1.2% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 72 | 0.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 127 | 1.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (50131 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 156 | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 822 | 8.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,066 | 21.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,908 | 30.1% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,422 | 25.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 1,291 | 13.4% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (50131 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 6,462 | 69.2% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 81 | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,682 | 28.7% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 18 | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 26 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 69 | 0.7% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (50131 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 271 | 2.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,683 | 28.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,495 | 48.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,889 | 20.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (50131 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 47 | 0.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 77 | 1.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 43 | 0.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 360 | 5.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 2,212 | 33.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,784 | 42.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,060 | 16.0% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 52 | 0.8% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (50131 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,173 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $777 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,221 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.67 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.23 | 2.38 |
Households (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 9,338 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,230 | 56.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,452 | 26.3% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,305 | 14.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,486 | 26.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,466 | 37.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,467 | 26.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.54 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.13 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (50131 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,381 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,158 | 25.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,604 | 66.9% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 167 | 2.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 402 | 4.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,330 | 27.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (50131 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,061 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 478 | 6.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 361 | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,510 | 49.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,444 | 20.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,268 | 18.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 16,591 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 865 | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 23,515 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,599 | 6.8% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 162 | 10.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 559 | 35.0% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 878 | 54.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (50131 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 21,832 | 91.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,946 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,182 | 60.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 715 | 36.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 282 | 14.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 49 | 2.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (50131 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 21,935 | 91.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 149 | 0.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,032 | 1363.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,032 | 1363.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,032 | 1363.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 396 | 265.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 470 | 315.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 190 | 127.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (50131 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 22,230 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 19,573 | 88.0% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,657 | 12.0% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 315 | 1.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 958 | 4.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 883 | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 501 | 2.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (50131 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 9,338 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 9,003 | 96.4% | 89.4% |
Johnston, IA50131