Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa (ZIP 51002) is $953/month (±$99), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $167,100 (±$12,016), and the median household income is $70,625/year. The unemployment rate in Buena Vista County, Iowa was 2.1% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 51002
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $953 |
| Median Home Value | $167,100 |
| Median Household Income | $70,625 |
| Total Housing Units | 1,053 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 234 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 22% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 45 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 2.1% |
How does ZIP 51002 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Iowa.
Higher rent than 75% of ZIP codes in Iowa · 193th of 779
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 50065 | $2,150 |
| 2 | ZCTA5 50229 | $2,096 |
| 3 | ZCTA5 51654 | $1,725 |
| … 189 more … | ||
| 193 | ZCTA5 51002(you are here) | $953 |
| … 583 more … | ||
| 777 | ZCTA5 50611 | $358 |
| 778 | ZCTA5 51653 | $295 |
| 779 | ZCTA5 51010 | $99 |
Geography
ZIP 51002 is in Buena Vista County, Iowa.
It covers part of Alta city, Iowa.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa (ZIP 51002) is $953/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 51002, Iowa?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 51002, 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 51002, Iowa?
The median home value in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa (ZIP 51002) is $167,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 51002 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 51002, Iowa, 45 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 51002, Iowa?
The median household income in ZCTA5 51002, Iowa is $70,625/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 $953 has a margin of error of ±$99. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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