ZIP Code 51503 — Council bluffs, IA

Pottawattamie | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 51503 in Council bluffs, IA has a population of 37,972 with a median household income of $79,010 and a median home value of $262,300 . The cost of living index is 89.2 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
37,972
Median Age
40.60
Male
18,702
Female
19,270

Race & Ethnicity

White
89.6%
Black
3.1%
Hispanic
5.0%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
0.3%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More
4.9%
Other
1.5%

Income

Median Household
$79,010
Mean Household
$100,080
Per Capita
$40,763
Below Poverty
10.8%

Housing

Median Home Value
$262,300
Median Rent
$991
Total Units
16,425
Occupied
15,442
Owner Occupied
68.6%
Renter Occupied
31.4%
Median Year Built
1971
Vacant
983

Education

High School or Higher 93.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 30.5%
Graduate Degree 9.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
19,152
Unemployment
3.1%
Drive Alone
80.6%
Public Transit
0.9%
Work from Home
10.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

89.2
National average = 100. Below average by 10.8%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 51503?

ZIP code 51503 (Council bluffs, IA) has a total population of 37,972 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 51503?

The median household income in ZIP code 51503 is $79,010 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 51503 in?

ZIP code 51503 is primarily located in Council bluffs, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 51503?

The median home value in ZIP code 51503 is $262,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 51503?

The median age in ZIP code 51503 is 40.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.