ZIP Code 50479 — Thornton, IA

Cerro Gordo | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 50479 in Thornton, IA has a population of 655 with a median household income of $68,750 and a median home value of $121,100 . The cost of living index is 53.9 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
655
Median Age
32.30
Male
343
Female
312

Race & Ethnicity

White
92.7%
Black
0.0%
Hispanic
7.2%
Asian
0.2%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
6.0%
Other
1.2%

Income

Median Household
$68,750
Mean Household
$85,011
Per Capita
$35,464
Below Poverty
8.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$839
Total Units
319
Occupied
288
Owner Occupied
87.2%
Renter Occupied
12.9%
Median Year Built
1945
Vacant
31

Education

High School or Higher 94.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 21.0%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
334
Unemployment
1.2%
Drive Alone
74.9%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
6.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

53.9
National average = 100. Below average by 46.1%.

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Swaledale
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Ventura
8.2 mi
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Rockwell
8.4 mi
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Klemme
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 50479?

ZIP code 50479 (Thornton, IA) has a total population of 655 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 50479?

The median household income in ZIP code 50479 is $68,750 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 50479 in?

ZIP code 50479 is primarily located in Thornton, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 50479?

The median home value in ZIP code 50479 is $121,100, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 50479?

The median age in ZIP code 50479 is 32.30 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.