50320 ZIP Code
Des Moines, Iowa
December 13, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 50320 |
| City/Town: | Des Moines |
| County: | Polk |
| State: | Iowa |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 23,709 |
| Median Household Income: | $83,074 |
| Per Capita Income: | $41,764 |
| Total Housing Units: | 8,800 |
| Median Home Value: | $199,500 |
| Land Area: | 16.8 sq miles
43.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.5310, -93.5724 |
Population Information (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 23,709 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 11,440 | 48.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 12,269 | 51.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 34.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,489 | 6.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,176 | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,983 | 8.4% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,145 | 9.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,881 | 7.9% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,216 | 13.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,950 | 12.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,830 | 16.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,466 | 6.2% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,039 | 4.4% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,696 | 7.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 618 | 2.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 220 | 0.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $199,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $979 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 8,800 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,255 | 93.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 545 | 6.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 6,277 | 76.0% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,978 | 24.0% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 15,035 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,163 | 7.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 796 | 5.3% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,463 | 29.7% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,935 | 19.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,336 | 15.5% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,712 | 18.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 630 | 4.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 87.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 22.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (50320 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $83,074 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $96,315 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $91,621 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $41,764 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,312 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 12,244 | 92.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,035 | 7.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 5,323 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,272 | 83.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,325 | 10.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 610 | 5.0% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 37 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 15,951 | 67.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,822 | 7.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 149 | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 3,321 | 14.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 35 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 816 | 3.4% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,615 | 6.8% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,398 | 5.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 4,200 | 17.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,977 | 12.6% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 135 | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 54 | 0.2% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,034 | 4.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (50320 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 307 | 3.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 179 | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 607 | 7.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 679 | 8.2% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,004 | 12.2% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,062 | 12.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,372 | 16.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,559 | 18.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 804 | 9.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 682 | 8.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (50320 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,029 | 73.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,193 | 9.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 30 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 64 | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 43 | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,413 | 11.5% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 20.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (50320 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 99 | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 849 | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,434 | 11.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 103 | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,366 | 11.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 945 | 7.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 108 | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,690 | 13.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,396 | 11.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,211 | 18.1% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 841 | 6.9% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 558 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 644 | 5.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 11.9% | 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 (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 22,363 | 94.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 16,112 | 68.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 8,873 | 37.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,264 | 5.3% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (50320 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,948 | 84.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,537 | 30.7% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,745 | 21.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 645 | 7.8% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 323 | 3.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,475 | 17.9% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (50320 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,939 | 56.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 616 | 7.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 93 | 1.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 112 | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 188 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 378 | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,185 | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,289 | 14.6% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (50320 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 75 | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 670 | 7.6% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,212 | 25.1% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,167 | 24.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 737 | 8.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,426 | 16.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 772 | 8.8% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 333 | 3.8% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 89 | 1.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 319 | 3.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (50320 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 80 | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 478 | 5.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,439 | 27.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,685 | 41.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,840 | 20.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 278 | 3.2% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (50320 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,124 | 62.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 194 | 2.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,826 | 34.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 26 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 67 | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 18 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (50320 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 475 | 5.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,215 | 26.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,214 | 38.9% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,351 | 28.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (50320 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 929 | 14.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 205 | 3.3% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 611 | 9.7% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,408 | 22.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,995 | 31.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,075 | 17.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 54 | 0.9% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (50320 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,693 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $697 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $979 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.94 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.63 | 2.38 |
Households (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,255 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,658 | 44.3% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,761 | 21.3% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,567 | 19.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,306 | 27.9% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,453 | 41.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,996 | 24.2% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.86 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.35 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (50320 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 9,039 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 3,637 | 40.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,194 | 46.4% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 237 | 2.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 878 | 9.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,671 | 40.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (50320 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,951 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 351 | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 119 | 2.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,389 | 40.1% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,823 | 30.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,269 | 21.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 17,631 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,050 | 6.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 23,627 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,290 | 13.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 395 | 12.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,893 | 57.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,002 | 30.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (50320 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 20,659 | 87.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,881 | 12.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,271 | 78.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 552 | 19.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 139 | 4.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 58 | 2.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (50320 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 20,033 | 84.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 177 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 3,676 | 2076.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 3,676 | 2076.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 3,676 | 2076.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 118 | 66.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 340 | 192.1% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 1,330 | 751.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (50320 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 22,220 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 16,703 | 75.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 5,517 | 24.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 2,535 | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 1,367 | 6.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 1,392 | 6.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 223 | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (50320 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,255 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,946 | 96.3% | 89.4% |
Des Moines, IA50320