50049 ZIP Code – Chariton, Iowa
50049 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Chariton, Iowa, part of Lucas County with a population of approximately 6,449 residents. The median household income of $59,284 is below the Iowa average and below the national average. At $113,100, median home values run well below the national average, with 74.5% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $774 is below the national average. Housing consists of 79% single-family (decreasing), 12% apartments (stable).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average. An estimated 17.5% of the population falls below the poverty line, above the national figure. An estimated 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 40.9, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 50272, 50238, 50151.
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ZIP 50049 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 50049 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,449 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $113k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $774 | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 40.9 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.5% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.8% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 50272 – Williamson
- 50238 – Russell
- 50151 – Lucas
- 50068 – Derby
- 50139 – Lacona
- 50057 – Columbia
- 50163 – Melcher Dallas
- 50165 – Millerton
- 52569 – Melrose
- 50062 – Melcher Dallas
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50272 | WILLIAMSON | 139 | $43,125 |
| 50238 | RUSSELL | 1,168 | $61,534 |
| 50151 | LUCAS | 636 | $85,250 |
| 50068 | DERBY | 279 | $76,250 |
| 50139 | LACONA | 1,003 | $65,913 |