ZIP Code 50145 in Liberty Center, IA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Liberty Center, Iowa
City Alias:Liberty Ctr
County:Warren County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:00:45 PM
Population:76 [See All]
Area Code:641
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:41.2062, -93.5004
Land Area:3.561 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 50145 has 76 residents and 44 households (average 1.73 persons per household). The median age is 53.7 years, significantly older than the state (38.6) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 69.7% male and 30.3% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (93.4%, much higher than the state average of 84.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:76Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:108Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:21.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$82,708Source: Census ACS
Households:44Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$232,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.73Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.52Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--000000000055116108
Decennial Census0------------------76------
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: 53.7

Male Median Age: 54.8

Female Median Age: 29.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male0303025341610960100
Female044013020000101403
Total07431555416101061503
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:7198.61%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*11.39%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:72100%
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:5369.74%54.8 years
Females:2330.26%29.5 years
Total:76100%53.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:10193.52%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:76.48%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:108100%
Total Native Population:108100.00%
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 $82,708, which is much higher than the state median ($73,147), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $82,708. Family households earn a median of $113,036 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $113,036). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,410), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.0%, which is well above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 20.0%, which is far worse than the state rate (3.6%). The largest occupation group is Sales (55.4%).

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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$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$84,063$82,708
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$107,750$113,036
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$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

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:5656.00%
Unemployed:1414.00%
Not In Labor Force:3030.00%
Total:100100%
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:2035.71%
Service:58.93%
Sales and Office:3155.36%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:56100%
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 $232,700, which is well under the national median ($303,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $232,700. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($949), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. 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$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$207,500$262,500$232,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
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$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. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3782.22%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):817.78%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:45100%

Occupied Housing Units:4567.16%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2232.84%
Total Housing Units:67100%
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:67100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:67100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 58.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (30.90%). High school or higher is 98.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 13.00%, which is on par with the state rate (4.90%). Public coverage is 14.80%, which is markedly below the state rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 22.60%, which is on par with the state rate (6.90%), up 22.60 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 22.60 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (65.00%). College enrollment is 35.00%, which is on par with the state rate (25.40%), 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:11.14%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3438.64%
Some college, no degree:22.27%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:5157.95%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:88100%
High school or higher:8798.86%
Bachelor's degree or higher:5157.95%
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:7972.48%
Public Insurance:1614.68%
No Insurance:1412.84%
Total:109100%
Has Health Insurance:9587.16%
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 Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%38.9%15.8%22.6%
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):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):1365.00%
College or graduate school:735.00%
Total:20100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1365.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 50145 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:24Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 50145 is located in Warren County, Iowa, within the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 19780) and Iowa's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 720,331 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 50145. It covers 3.561 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Des Moines-West Des Moines, IASource: Census
CBSA Number:19780Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:720,331Source: Census
MSA:Des Moines, IA MSASource: Census
Land Area:3.561 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:12048.84 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


50146 | | 50144

Schools in ZIP Code 50145


ZIP Code 50145 is in the Southeast Warren Community School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Southeast Warren Jr-Sr High School 16331 Tyler St
Liberty Center, IA 50145
District: Southeast Warren Community School District
Victory Christian Academy 805 N 1st St
Indianola, IA 50125
District: Private SchoolNearby
Main Street Montessori & Middle School 925 Main St
Norwalk, IA 50211
District: Private SchoolNearby
Des Moines Adventist School 2317 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 50145


Simpson College 701 North C St
Indianola, IA 50125
Type: Post Secondary
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center 3200 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312
Type: Post Secondary
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines School Of Radiologic Technology 1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309-1453
Type: Post Secondary
Mercy College Of Health Sciences 928 6th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309-1239
Type: Post Secondary
Drake University 2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311-4505
Type: Post Secondary
Grand View University 1200 Grandview Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
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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