Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa (ZIP 50311) is $1,029/month (±$71), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $226,500 (±$9,587), and the median household income is $61,957/year. The unemployment rate in Polk County, Iowa was 2.6% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 50311
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,029 |
| Median Home Value | $226,500 |
| Median Household Income | $61,957 |
| Total Housing Units | 6,366 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 3,288 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 52% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 762 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 2.6% |
How does ZIP 50311 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Iowa.
Higher rent than 83% of ZIP codes in Iowa · 137th of 779
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 50065 | $2,150 |
| 2 | ZCTA5 50229 | $2,096 |
| 3 | ZCTA5 51654 | $1,725 |
| … 133 more … | ||
| 137 | ZCTA5 50311(you are here) | $1,029 |
| … 639 more … | ||
| 777 | ZCTA5 50611 | $358 |
| 778 | ZCTA5 51653 | $295 |
| 779 | ZCTA5 51010 | $99 |
Geography
ZIP 50311 is in Polk County, Iowa.
It covers part of Des Moines city, Iowa.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa (ZIP 50311) is $1,029/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa?
The median home value in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa (ZIP 50311) is $226,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 50311 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 50311, Iowa, 762 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa?
The median household income in ZCTA5 50311, Iowa is $61,957/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,029 has a margin of error of ±$71. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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