ZIP Code 51242 — Lester, IA

Lyon | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 51242 in Lester, IA has a population of 379 with a median household income of $95,625 and a median home value of $190,900 . The cost of living index is 80.9 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
379
Median Age
38.10
Male
173
Female
206

Race & Ethnicity

White
86.8%
Black
0.0%
Hispanic
10.8%
Asian
1.1%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.7%
Other
4.5%

Income

Median Household
$95,625
Mean Household
$112,741
Per Capita
$39,556
Below Poverty
1.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$190,900
Median Rent
N/A
Total Units
132
Occupied
127
Owner Occupied
86.6%
Renter Occupied
13.4%
Median Year Built
1972
Vacant
5

Education

High School or Higher 94.6%
Bachelor's or Higher 20.5%
Graduate Degree 2.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
202
Unemployment
0.0%
Drive Alone
71.4%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
6.8%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

80.9
National average = 100. Below average by 19.1%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 51242?

ZIP code 51242 (Lester, IA) has a total population of 379 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 51242?

The median household income in ZIP code 51242 is $95,625 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 51242 in?

ZIP code 51242 is primarily located in Lester, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 51242?

The median home value in ZIP code 51242 is $190,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 51242?

The median age in ZIP code 51242 is 38.10 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.