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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 50312 has 15,485 residents and 7,285 households (average 2.06 persons per household). The median age is 40.1 years, slightly older than the state (38.6) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.2% male and 51.8% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.7%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (83.7%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.6%, 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:	15,485Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	15,492Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	16,199Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	2,750.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$82,720Source: Census ACS

Households:	7,285Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$274,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.06Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.27Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	15,531	15,373	14,873	15,138	15,150	15,713	16,212	16,173	15,883	15,732	15,740	15,498	15,492
Decennial Census	15,339	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	15,485	--	--	--

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: 40.1

Male Median Age: 38.3

Female Median Age: 41.9

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	399	368	445	383	439	647	629	600	470	438	398	416	487	433	333	215	135	227
Female	403	381	396	343	499	678	551	566	445	412	461	542	510	469	409	294	226	438
Total	802	749	841	726	938	1,325	1,180	1,166	915	850	859	958	997	902	742	509	361	665

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	12,961	84.81%
Black:	700	4.58%
Hispanic:*	863	5.65%
Asian:	350	2.29%
American Indian:	96	0.63%
Hawaiian:	12	0.08%
Other:	300	1.96%
Total:	15,282	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	7,462	48.19%	38.3 years
Females:	8,023	51.81%	41.9 years
Total:	15,485	100%	40.1 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	14,472	93.42%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	99	0.64%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	617	3.98%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	304	5.95%
Total Population:	15,492	100%
Total Native Population:	14,571	94.05%
Total Foreign-born Population:	921	5.95%

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 $82,720, which is considerably higher than the state median ($73,147), is up $33,435 (67.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,168. Family households earn a median of $145,515 versus $58,720 for nonfamily households (a difference of $86,795). By gender, male median income is $85,885 and female is $67,545, which is much higher than the state female median ($49,410), with a current gap of $18,340 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.4%, which is above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (57.8%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$49,285	$50,759	$50,817	$54,534	$56,605	$60,877	$63,542	$63,826	$64,552	$66,194	$69,757	$77,612	$82,720
Median Family Income	$82,126	$86,201	$88,196	$89,121	$95,192	$101,279	$102,759	$102,682	$105,964	$124,358	$126,105	$143,490	$145,515
Median NonFamily Income	$29,718	$33,299	$33,208	$31,550	$31,688	$32,363	$32,242	$31,511	$35,341	$39,481	$44,777	$53,402	$58,720
Median Male Income	$52,015	$51,444	$54,330	$54,902	$56,505	$59,063	$62,259	$67,976	$70,708	$76,352	$78,453	$85,824	$85,885
Median Female Income	$41,540	$43,265	$42,845	$42,644	$42,120	$45,648	$45,534	$46,501	$48,711	$49,983	$55,000	$61,642	$67,545

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	8,905	68.33%
Unemployed:	266	2.04%
Not In Labor Force:	3,861	29.63%
Total:	13,032	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	5,145	57.78%
Service:	1,154	12.96%
Sales and Office:	1,359	15.26%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	480	5.39%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	767	8.61%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	8,905	100%

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 $274,400, which is considerably higher than the state median ($195,900), is up $111,400 (68.34%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $61,900. The median gross rent is $1,057, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $376 (55.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $230. Of occupied housing, owners make up 64.55% (62.86% with a mortgage, 37.14% free-and-clear) and renters 35.45% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.20%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$163,000	$158,700	$162,000	$161,400	$164,700	$172,300	$188,100	$200,400	$212,500	$218,600	$226,500	$259,500	$274,400

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	56	2.03%
$500 to $999:	1,125	40.83%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,122	40.73%
$1,500 to $1,999:	281	10.20%
$2,000 to $2,499:	25	0.91%
$2,500 to $2,999:	26	0.94%
$3,000 or more:	68	2.47%
No Rent:	52	1.89%
Total:	2,755	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$681	$700	$702	$715	$730	$744	$753	$793	$827	$896	$970	$1,022	$1,057

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	3,153	40.57%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,863	23.97%
Renter Occupied:	2,755	35.45%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	7,771	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	7,771	93.80%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	514	6.20%
Total Housing Units:	8,285	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	5,160	62.28%
Multi-Family Units:	3,122	37.68%
Other Units:	3	0.04%
Total Housing Units:	8,285	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 61.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (30.90%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 98.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 4.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 1.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.70 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.43%). College enrollment is 23.14%, 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)

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Less than 9th grade:	82	0.70%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	136	1.16%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	1,631	13.94%
Some college, no degree:	1,917	16.38%
Associate's degree:	688	5.88%
Bachelor's degree:	4,074	34.81%
Graduate or professional degree:	3,175	27.13%
Total:	11,703	100%
High school or higher:	11,485	98.14%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	7,249	61.94%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	12,239	71.78%
Public Insurance:	4,246	24.90%
No Insurance:	566	3.32%
Total:	17,051	100%
Has Health Insurance:	16,485	96.68%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	5.4%	8.0%	8.2%	8.5%	5.6%	5.7%	2.4%	2.0%	2.4%	3.4%	5.1%	5.2%	4.1%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	228	7.56%
Kindergarten:	126	4.18%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,250	41.43%
High school (grades 9-12):	715	23.70%
College or graduate school:	698	23.14%
Total:	3,017	100%
Early Childhood:	354	11.73%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,091	69.31%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Des Moines, Iowa
County:	Polk County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	7:04:43 PM
Population:	15,485 [See All]
Area Code:	515
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	41.5785, -93.6797
Land Area:	5.63 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/50312/zip-code-50312.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	7,864Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	425Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	8,539Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	4,637Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	3,017Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	534Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$57,296,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$234,757,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	5,190Source: CBP

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:	5.63 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.249 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	8789.62 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	1921000Source: Census
Place Name:	Des Moines city; IowaSource: Census

ZIP Code 50312 in Des Moines, IA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 50312

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 50312

Sources & References