ZIP Code 50265 — West des moines, IA

Polk | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 50265 in West des moines, IA has a population of 33,488 with a median household income of $85,915 and a median home value of $281,800 . The cost of living index is 97.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
33,488
Median Age
37.40
Male
16,233
Female
17,255

Race & Ethnicity

White
78.3%
Black
4.8%
Hispanic
8.2%
Asian
5.3%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
8.2%
Other
3.4%

Income

Median Household
$85,915
Mean Household
$126,014
Per Capita
$56,470
Below Poverty
7.9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$281,800
Median Rent
$1,106
Total Units
15,433
Occupied
14,769
Owner Occupied
66.4%
Renter Occupied
33.6%
Median Year Built
1984
Vacant
664

Education

High School or Higher 95.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 51.5%
Graduate Degree 16.6%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
18,645
Unemployment
2.3%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
1.0%
Work from Home
16.3%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

97.3
National average = 100. Below average by 2.8%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

50312
Des moines
1.7 mi
50325
Clive
3.1 mi
50321
Des moines
3.3 mi
50310
Des moines
4.3 mi
50322
Urbandale
4.8 mi
50311
Windsor heights
5.0 mi
50323
Zcta 50323
5.1 mi
50309
Des moines
5.1 mi
50315
Des moines
5.2 mi
50314
Des moines
5.9 mi
50266
West des moines
6.1 mi
50316
Des moines
6.7 mi

Other ZIP Codes in West des moines

50266
Pop: 37,523

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 50265?

ZIP code 50265 (West des moines, IA) has a total population of 33,488 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 50265?

The median household income in ZIP code 50265 is $85,915 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 50265 in?

ZIP code 50265 is primarily located in West des moines, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 50265?

The median home value in ZIP code 50265 is $281,800, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 50265?

The median age in ZIP code 50265 is 37.40 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.