ZIP Code 51531 — Elk horn, IA

Shelby | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 51531 in Elk horn, IA has a population of 889 with a median household income of $59,199 and a median home value of $131,500 . The cost of living index is 50.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
889
Median Age
46.00
Male
454
Female
435

Race & Ethnicity

White
89.5%
Black
0.0%
Hispanic
2.6%
Asian
6.3%
Native American
1.2%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
1.5%
Other
1.5%

Income

Median Household
$59,199
Mean Household
$88,195
Per Capita
$37,230
Below Poverty
9.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$131,500
Median Rent
$668
Total Units
461
Occupied
389
Owner Occupied
78.4%
Renter Occupied
21.6%
Median Year Built
1938
Vacant
72

Education

High School or Higher 94.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 28.6%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
491
Unemployment
1.4%
Drive Alone
76.9%
Public Transit
3.9%
Work from Home
7.5%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

50.5
National average = 100. Below average by 49.6%.

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Brayton
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Irwin
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Walnut
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Exira
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Atlantic
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 51531?

ZIP code 51531 (Elk horn, IA) has a total population of 889 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 51531?

The median household income in ZIP code 51531 is $59,199 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 51531 in?

ZIP code 51531 is primarily located in Elk horn, Iowa (IA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 51531?

The median home value in ZIP code 51531 is $131,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 51531?

The median age in ZIP code 51531 is 46.00 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.