ZIP Code 50104 in Gibson, IA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Gibson, Iowa
Counties:Keokuk County[Primary]
Poweshiek County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:6:59:29 PM
Population:133 [See All]
Area Code:319
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.4809, -92.3770
Land Area:15.104 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 50104 has 133 residents and 63 households (average 2.11 persons per household). The median age is 44.5 years, older than the state (38.6) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.4% male and 46.6% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.5%, much higher than the state average of 84.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:133Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:99Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:105Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:8.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$57,083Source: Census ACS
Households:63Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$191,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.11Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.38Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--13813815312512410579687766749399
Decennial Census128------------------133------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 44.5

Male Median Age: 42.5

Female Median Age: 46

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male673132557715551440
Female4554123341310352403
Total10128544881184158103843
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:12794.07%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*42.96%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:42.96%
Total:135100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7153.38%42.5 years
Females:6246.62%46.0 years
Total:133100%44.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:99100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:99100%
Total Native Population:99100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $57,083, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $13,333 (30.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,083. Family households earn a median of $59,861 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $59,861). By gender, male median income is $50,357 and female is $50,313, which is below the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $44 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 60.4%, which is below the state rate (66.5%). The unemployment rate is 18.2%, which is considerably above the state rate (3.6%). The largest occupation group is Management (44.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$43,750$43,125$46,042$46,964$48,000$48,000$49,375$45,313$45,000$45,000$47,031$54,375$57,083
Median Family Income$37,500$34,250$50,000$60,417$51,250$56,250$64,250$51,250$62,500$0$70,833$57,188$59,861
Median NonFamily Income$57,639$45,833$43,125$42,500$45,417$0$36,875$43,500$41,250$43,194$45,156$50,556$0
Median Male Income$45,500$45,833$43,958$41,563$0$38,750$40,500$43,500$48,125$50,000$52,083$53,750$50,357
Median Female Income$20,000$58,125$24,167$23,125$0$0$24,500$31,500$0$41,250$41,250$43,750$50,313
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:4549.45%
Unemployed:1010.99%
Not In Labor Force:3639.56%
Total:91100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2044.44%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:1431.11%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:36.67%
Production, transportation, and material moving:817.78%
Total Civilian Employed Population:45100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $191,700, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $114,400 (147.99%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $127,100. The median gross rent is $825, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $400 (94.12%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $825. Of occupied housing, owners make up 80.00% (27.27% with a mortgage, 72.73% free-and-clear) and renters 20.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$77,300$91,400$94,400$98,600$98,100$95,000$86,700$64,000$64,600$69,000$70,000$0$191,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:654.55%
$1,000 to $1,499:327.27%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:218.18%
Total:11100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$425$425$425$471$475$0$0$0$0$0$706$0$825
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1221.82%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3258.18%
Renter Occupied:1120.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:55100%

Occupied Housing Units:5591.67%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):58.33%
Total Housing Units:60100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:5185.00%
Multi-Family Units:46.67%
Other Units:58.33%
Total Housing Units:60100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 10.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 93.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 8.10%, which is on par with the state rate (4.90%). Public coverage is 58.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 17.60 percentage points since 2011. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:66.74%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5157.30%
Some college, no degree:1516.85%
Associate's degree:88.99%
Bachelor's degree:44.49%
Graduate or professional degree:55.62%
Total:89100%
High school or higher:8393.26%
Bachelor's degree or higher:910.11%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:7352.52%
Public Insurance:5841.73%
No Insurance:85.76%
Total:139100%
Has Health Insurance:13194.24%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty17.6%16.1%13.9%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):5100.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:5100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 50104 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 19 people with an annual payroll of $1,223,000. USPS data shows 50 residential mailboxes and 2 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:50Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:2Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:65Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:50Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:5Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$377,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,223,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:19Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 50104 is located in Keokuk County, Iowa, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Iowa's 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 50104. It covers 15.104 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:15.104 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:01,02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:12048.84, 12261.92 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1930540Source: Census
Place Name:Gibson city; IowaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


50105 | | 50103

Schools in ZIP Code 50104


We could not locate which school district 50104 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Tri-County Elementary School 3003 Hwy 22
Thornburg, IA 50255
District: Tri-County Community School DistrictNearby
Tri-County Jr/Sr High School 3003 Hwy 22
Thornburg, IA 50255
District: Tri-County Community School DistrictNearby
Sigourney Elementary 509 S. Jefferson
Sigourney, IA 52591
District: Sigourney Community School DistrictNearby
Sigourney Jr-Sr High Sch 907 E Pleasant Valley
Sigourney, IA 52591
District: Sigourney Community School DistrictNearby
Keota High School 507 N Ellis St
Keota, IA 52248
District: Keota Community School DistrictNearby
Oskaloosa Christian School 726 N E St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
District: Private SchoolNearby
Peoria Christian School 110 Peoria W St
Pella, IA 50219
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lutheran Interparish School 804 Ct St
Williamsburg, IA 52361
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 50104


William Penn University 201 Trueblood Ave
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Type: Post Secondary
Grinnell College 1121 Park Street
Grinnell, IA 50112-1690
Type: Post Secondary
Central College 812 University
Pella, IA 50219
Type: Post Secondary
Indian Hills Community College 525 Grandview Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Type: Post Secondary
Iowa School Of Beauty-Ottumwa 609 W Second St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Type: Post Secondary
Shiloh University 6718 Etiwanda Ave.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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