ZIP Code 50449 in Klemme, IA

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Klemme, Iowa
Counties:Hancock County[Primary]
Cerro Gordo County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:11:29 AM
Population:666 [See All]
Area Code:641
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.9881, -93.5670
Land Area:41.121 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 50449 has 666 residents and 301 households (average 2.21 persons per household). The median age is 41.5 years, slightly older than the state (38.6) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.5% male and 48.5% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (91.9%, much higher than the state average of 84.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.9%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:666Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:785Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:492Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:16.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$59,524Source: Census ACS
Households:301Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$94,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.21Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.45Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--966808664640596698708759900830865886816785
Decennial Census724------------------666--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 41.5

Male Median Age: 41.8

Female Median Age: 41.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male22152218162425279301630333111743
Female1720251422241417222226191824211035
Total3935473238483944315242495155321778
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:61290.27%
Black:10.15%
Hispanic:*395.75%
Asian:00%
American Indian:40.59%
Hawaiian:10.15%
Other:213.10%
Total:678100%
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:34351.50%41.8 years
Females:32348.50%41.3 years
Total:666100%41.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:74194.39%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:81.02%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:364.59%
Total Population:785100%
Total Native Population:74995.41%
Total Foreign-born Population:364.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $59,524, which is far less than the national median ($80,734), is down $198 (0.3%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $921. Family households earn a median of $67,800 versus $45,000 for nonfamily households (a difference of $22,800). By gender, male median income is $53,984 and female is $50,677, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $3,307 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 65.7%, which is a bit higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (26.8%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$59,722$56,136$41,389$53,750$49,063$55,066$56,438$58,553$60,445$60,980$63,438$63,000$66,538$59,524
Median Family Income$61,597$62,188$59,167$56,786$53,542$56,184$57,000$58,980$61,610$62,181$64,833$69,573$71,220$67,800
Median NonFamily Income$33,594$35,476$32,500$29,444$29,444$27,813$31,563$40,750$32,171$33,438$47,813$34,459$36,970$45,000
Median Male Income$55,463$41,500$52,500$40,556$39,750$38,750$40,917$44,375$48,036$44,286$50,179$50,188$47,206$53,984
Median Female Income$37,750$26,667$35,250$26,442$27,273$26,875$33,264$27,105$28,500$29,837$31,852$33,684$38,984$50,677
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:39565.07%
Unemployed:40.66%
Not In Labor Force:20834.27%
Total:607100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:4711.90%
Service:6015.19%
Sales and Office:10426.33%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7819.75%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10626.84%
Total Civilian Employed Population:395100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $94,800, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $33,500 (54.65%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,700. The median gross rent is $477, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is up $52 (12.24%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $143. Of occupied housing, owners make up 92.81% (45.12% with a mortgage, 54.88% free-and-clear) and renters 7.19% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 5.04%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$61,300$54,500$51,000$52,200$50,000$56,600$60,000$61,100$79,100$80,400$82,500$94,600$98,600$94,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1773.91%
$500 to $999:417.39%
$1,000 to $1,499:28.70%
$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:00.00%
Total:23100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$425$405$400$506$516$520$527$541$620$650$688$732$629$477
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):13441.88%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):16350.94%
Renter Occupied:237.19%
Total Occupied Housing Units:320100%

Occupied Housing Units:32094.96%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):175.04%
Total Housing Units:337100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:28885.46%
Multi-Family Units:185.34%
Other Units:319.20%
Total Housing Units:337100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 7.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 86.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 9.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 5.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 6.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.50 percentage points. 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 (54.44%). College enrollment is 15.38%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:437.98%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:295.38%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):18033.40%
Some college, no degree:19235.62%
Associate's degree:539.83%
Bachelor's degree:203.71%
Graduate or professional degree:224.08%
Total:539100%
High school or higher:46786.64%
Bachelor's degree or higher:427.79%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:52662.25%
Public Insurance:24128.52%
No Insurance:789.23%
Total:845100%
Has Health Insurance:76790.77%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty9.2%7.6%16.1%9.1%12.3%12.9%15.7%10.7%12.6%10.5%8.0%6.0%3.1%5.3%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:127.10%
Kindergarten:1911.24%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):9254.44%
High school (grades 9-12):2011.83%
College or graduate school:2615.38%
Total:169100%
Early Childhood:3118.34%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):13177.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 50449 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 13 business establishments, employing about 41 people with an annual payroll of $1,153,000. USPS data shows 223 residential mailboxes and 2 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:223Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:2Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:318Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:223Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:13Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$275,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,153,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:41Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 50449 is located in Hancock County, Iowa, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Iowa's 2nd and 4th Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 50449. It covers 41.121 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.009 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:41.121 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.009 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02,04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:12261.92, 22756.75 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1941655Source: Census
Place Name:Klemme city; IowaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


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Schools in ZIP Code 50449


We could not locate which school district 50449 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.

Garner-Hayfield-Ventura High School 605 West Lyon Street
Garner, IA 50438
District: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School DistrictNearby
Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Elementary School 620 W 11th St
Garner, IA 50438
District: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School DistrictNearby
Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Middle School 620 W. 11th St.
Garner, IA 50438
District: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School DistrictNearby
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School 1004 Seventh Street Ne
Belmond, IA 50421
District: Belmond-Klemme Community School DistrictNearby
Belmond-Klemme Community Jr-Sr High School 411 10th Ave Ne
Belmond, IA 50421
District: Belmond-Klemme Community School DistrictNearby
Clear Lake Classical 408 Mars Hill Dr
Clear Lake, IA 50428
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Pauls Lutheran School 404 W Main St
Latimer, IA 50452
District: Private SchoolNearby
Newman Catholic Elementary School 2000 S Mckinley Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 50449


Waldorf University 106 S Sixth St
Forest City, IA 50436-1713
Type: Post Secondary
La James College Of Hairstyling And Cosmetology 24 Second St Ne
Mason City, IA 50401-3308
Type: Post Secondary
North Iowa Area Community College 500 College Dr
Mason City, IA 50401
Type: Post Secondary
Ellsworth Community College 1100 College Ave
Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Type: Post Secondary
La James International College-Ft Dodge 2419 5th Avenue South
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Type: Post Secondary
Iowa Central Community College One Triton Circle
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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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