51242 ZIP Code – Lester, Iowa
ZIP Code 51242 is located in Lester, Iowa and has a population of approximately 343 residents. The median household income is $81,932.
This ZIP code is part of Lyon County. Nearby ZIP codes include 51230, 51241, 56138.
ZIP Code 51242 Data
Population
343
Median Household Income
$81,932
Median Home Value
$170,000
Median Rent
Not provided
Median Age
38.3
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
22.9%
County
Lyon County
State
Iowa
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ZIP 51242 vs. Iowa vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 51242 | IA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 343 | 3,297 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $81k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $170k | $153k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $792 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.3 | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 22.9% | 21.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 51230 – Alvord
- 51241 – Larchwood
- 56138 – Hills
- 56173 – Steen
- 51246 – Rock Rapids
- 51240 – Inwood
- 51235 – Doon
- 57068 – Valley Springs
- 56116 – Beaver Creek
- 56146 – Kanaranzi
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51230 | ALVORD | 578 | $71,316 |
| 51241 | LARCHWOOD | 2,237 | $97,788 |
| 56138 | HILLS | 1,052 | $84,107 |
| 56173 | STEEN | 255 | $54,219 |
| 51246 | ROCK RAPIDS | 4,007 | $70,625 |