Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 50316, Iowa?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 50316, Iowa (ZIP 50316) is $952/month (±$110), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $154,300 (±$7,089), and the median household income is $56,090/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 50316
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $952 |
| Median Home Value | $154,300 |
| Median Household Income | $56,090 |
| Total Housing Units | 5,636 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 1,883 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 33% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 367 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 2.6% |
How does ZIP 50316 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Iowa.
Higher rent than 75% of ZIP codes in Iowa · 195th of 779
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 50065 | $2,150 |
| 2 | ZCTA5 50229 | $2,096 |
| 3 | ZCTA5 51654 | $1,725 |
| … 191 more … | ||
| 195 | ZCTA5 50316(you are here) | $952 |
| … 581 more … | ||
| 777 | ZCTA5 50611 | $358 |
| 778 | ZCTA5 51653 | $295 |
| 779 | ZCTA5 51010 | $99 |
Geography
ZIP 50316 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 50316, Iowa?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 50316, Iowa (ZIP 50316) is $952/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 50316, Iowa?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 50316, 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 50316, Iowa?
The median home value in ZCTA5 50316, Iowa (ZIP 50316) is $154,300 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 50316 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 50316, Iowa, 367 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 50316, Iowa?
The median household income in ZCTA5 50316, Iowa is $56,090/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 $952 has a margin of error of ±$110. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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