51442 ZIP Code
Denison, Iowa
December 14, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 51442 |
| City/Town: | Denison |
| County: | Crawford |
| State: | Iowa |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 9,648 |
| Median Household Income: | $59,325 |
| Per Capita Income: | $31,555 |
| Total Housing Units: | 3,712 |
| Median Home Value: | $123,600 |
| Land Area: | 159.6 sq miles
413.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.0315, -95.3565 |
Population Information (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 9,648 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 4,598 | 47.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 5,050 | 52.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 34.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 517 | 5.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 735 | 7.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 735 | 7.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 833 | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 787 | 8.2% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,285 | 13.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,305 | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 905 | 9.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 667 | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 457 | 4.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 773 | 8.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 530 | 5.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 119 | 1.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $123,600 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.8 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $775 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 3,712 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 3,459 | 93.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 253 | 6.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,405 | 69.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,054 | 30.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 6,041 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 815 | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 659 | 10.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,791 | 29.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,269 | 21.0% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 602 | 10.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 718 | 11.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 187 | 3.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 75.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 15.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (51442 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $59,325 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $73,853 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $64,239 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $31,555 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 4,764 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 4,509 | 94.6% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 255 | 5.4% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,779 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 3,396 | 75.3% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 440 | 9.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 669 | 14.8% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 4 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,432 | 66.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 344 | 3.6% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 11 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 327 | 3.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,084 | 11.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,450 | 15.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 2,262 | 23.4% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 4,244 | 44.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,468 | 25.6% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,776 | 18.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (51442 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 316 | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 48 | 1.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 443 | 12.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 334 | 9.7% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 370 | 10.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 676 | 19.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 356 | 10.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 611 | 17.7% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 128 | 3.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 177 | 5.1% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (51442 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 3,205 | 71.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 645 | 14.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 209 | 4.6% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 100 | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 24 | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 212 | 4.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 13.6 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (51442 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 184 | 4.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 308 | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,147 | 25.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 145 | 3.2% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 476 | 10.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 133 | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 24 | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 196 | 4.3% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 334 | 7.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 955 | 21.2% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 292 | 6.5% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 263 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 52 | 1.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 21.1% | 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 (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 8,410 | 87.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,683 | 58.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,676 | 38.1% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,085 | 11.2% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (51442 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,645 | 76.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,106 | 32.0% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 680 | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 108 | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 14 | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 323 | 9.3% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (51442 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,477 | 66.7% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 123 | 3.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 149 | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 166 | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 163 | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 45 | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 147 | 4.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 442 | 11.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (51442 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 86 | 2.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 137 | 3.7% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 235 | 6.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 522 | 14.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 960 | 25.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 317 | 8.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 196 | 5.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 236 | 6.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,023 | 27.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (51442 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 56 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 116 | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 804 | 21.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,770 | 47.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 828 | 22.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 138 | 3.7% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (51442 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,763 | 51.0% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 231 | 6.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,396 | 40.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 28 | 0.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 15 | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 26 | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (51442 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 225 | 6.5% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 817 | 23.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,519 | 43.9% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 898 | 26.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (51442 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 548 | 22.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 458 | 19.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 479 | 19.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 429 | 17.8% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 307 | 12.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 126 | 5.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 58 | 2.4% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (51442 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,115 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $525 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $775 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.73 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.45 | 2.38 |
Households (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 3,459 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,642 | 47.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 670 | 19.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 524 | 15.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 923 | 26.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,487 | 43.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,093 | 31.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.64 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.02 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (51442 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,726 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,179 | 31.6% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,790 | 48.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 173 | 4.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 516 | 13.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,259 | 33.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (51442 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,814 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 146 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 132 | 4.7% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,088 | 38.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 783 | 27.8% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 665 | 23.6% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 7,098 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 269 | 3.8% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 9,495 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,484 | 15.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 294 | 19.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 686 | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 504 | 34.0% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (51442 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 8,326 | 86.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,245 | 12.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 453 | 36.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 672 | 54.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 491 | 39.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 120 | 9.6% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (51442 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 7,376 | 76.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 154 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,272 | 1475.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,272 | 1475.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,272 | 1475.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 9 | 5.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 158 | 102.6% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 1,881 | 1221.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (51442 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 9,131 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 5,144 | 56.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 3,987 | 43.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 3,364 | 36.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 25 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 308 | 3.4% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 290 | 3.2% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (51442 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 3,459 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,192 | 92.3% | 89.4% |
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