ZIP Code 50266 — West des moines, IA

Polk | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 50266 in West des moines, IA has a population of 37,523 with a median household income of $87,025 and a median home value of $345,600 . The cost of living index is 118.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
37,523
Median Age
34.90
Male
18,698
Female
18,825

Race & Ethnicity

White
80.4%
Black
5.3%
Hispanic
5.0%
Asian
7.4%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
5.3%
Other
1.6%

Income

Median Household
$87,025
Mean Household
$121,836
Per Capita
$58,079
Below Poverty
8.9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$345,600
Median Rent
$1,331
Total Units
18,568
Occupied
17,459
Owner Occupied
49.8%
Renter Occupied
50.3%
Median Year Built
2002
Vacant
1,109

Education

High School or Higher 96.6%
Bachelor's or Higher 58.2%
Graduate Degree 21.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
23,133
Unemployment
2.4%
Drive Alone
69.2%
Public Transit
0.2%
Work from Home
21.3%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

118.4
National average = 100. Above average by 18.4%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 50266?

ZIP code 50266 (West des moines, IA) has a total population of 37,523 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 50266?

The median household income in ZIP code 50266 is $87,025 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 50266 in?

ZIP code 50266 is primarily located in West des moines, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 50266?

The median home value in ZIP code 50266 is $345,600, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 50266?

The median age in ZIP code 50266 is 34.90 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.