| City: | Protivin, Iowa |
| County: | Howard County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 7:18:21 AM |
| Population: | 273 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 563 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 43.2179, -92.0906 |
| Land Area: | 1.772 sq mi |
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Protivin is a small town in northeast Iowa's Howard County with a population of 273 residents across 134 households. This compact 0.44 square mile community was classified as a PO Box ZIP and is officially designated as a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative mail delivery available to residents.
The post office maintains 139 PO Boxes for 134 households, a 1.04 adoption rate that shows nearly universal local reliance on PO Box service. While one rural route (Route R001) serves 44 delivery points across 15 streets including Commercial Avenue and South Main Street, the majority of residents and all businesses depend on PO Boxes for their mail. The presence of general delivery service (Route G001) provides an additional option for those without established boxes.
Protivin's demographics show a working-age community with a median age of 42.3 years. Most residents are homeowners (106 of 134 households own their homes) with a median household income of $63,125. Employment patterns lean heavily toward transportation, warehousing, and utilities (124 workers in this sector) and educational services and healthcare (46 workers), with 19% of workers commuting from home. With 16 business establishments employing 117 people total, Protivin functions as both a residential community and local employment center for northeast Iowa's rural landscape.
Mail to Protivin should be addressed to:
PO Box [number]
Protivin, IA 52163For rural route delivery:
[Street Address]
Protivin, IA 52163Street names follow a traditional small-town pattern with directional Main Street, Commercial Avenue, and numbered streets like 100th Street.
ZIP Code 52163 has 273 residents and 134 households (average 2.04 persons per household). The median age is 42.3 years, older than the state (38.6) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.7% male and 47.3% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (89.0%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 8.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 273Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 333Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 154.1 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $78,194Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 134Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $115,000Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.04Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.03Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 285 | 306 | 264 | 239 | 270 | 244 | 260 | 308 | 363 | 352 | 356 | 342 | 354 | 333 |
| Decennial Census | 276 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 273 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 42.3
Male Median Age: 39
Female Median Age: 49.3
| 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 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 19 | 7 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
| Female | 6 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 11 |
| Total | 16 | 21 | 18 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 15 | 21 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 18 | 32 | 14 | 8 | 11 | 5 | 18 |
| White: | 243 | 84.08% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 23 | 7.96% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 4 | 1.38% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 19 | 6.57% |
| Total: | 289 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 144 | 52.75% | 39.0 years |
| Females: | 129 | 47.25% | 49.3 years |
| Total: | 273 | 100% | 42.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 319 | 95.80% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 4 | 1.20% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 10 | 4.20% |
| Total Population: | 333 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 319 | 95.80% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 14 | 4.20% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $78,194, which is below the national median ($80,734), is up $48,027 (159.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,194. Family households earn a median of $95,833 versus $42,250 for nonfamily households (a difference of $53,583). By gender, male median income is $50,417 and female is $46,719, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $3,698 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 74.4%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.6%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.0%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $30,167 | $31,131 | $34,044 | $33,571 | $34,792 | $38,750 | $45,750 | $47,500 | $45,000 | $48,984 | $52,321 | $58,125 | $63,125 | $78,194 |
| Median Family Income | $48,125 | $45,714 | $50,625 | $47,500 | $54,063 | $54,583 | $59,821 | $65,250 | $64,375 | $66,500 | $76,250 | $92,500 | $81,875 | $95,833 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $20,000 | $23,125 | $20,313 | $19,167 | $23,750 | $23,750 | $25,833 | $28,125 | $31,250 | $30,625 | $35,000 | $38,125 | $38,977 | $42,250 |
| Median Male Income | $31,779 | $31,445 | $33,542 | $36,750 | $40,972 | $42,500 | $43,750 | $41,429 | $41,016 | $41,406 | $46,071 | $47,857 | $50,833 | $50,417 |
| Median Female Income | $22,679 | $25,000 | $25,750 | $26,875 | $31,250 | $26,875 | $25,313 | $34,250 | $35,833 | $33,125 | $39,063 | $45,313 | $41,250 | $46,719 |
| Employed: | 179 | 73.97% |
| Unemployed: | 1 | 0.41% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 62 | 25.62% |
| Total: | 242 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 59 | 32.96% |
| Service: | 24 | 13.41% |
| Sales and Office: | 43 | 24.02% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 32 | 17.88% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 21 | 11.73% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 179 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $115,000, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $55,500 (93.28%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $34,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $382 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $575. Of occupied housing, owners make up 75.18% (49.06% with a mortgage, 50.94% free-and-clear) and renters 24.82% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 11.88%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $59,500 | $59,300 | $65,000 | $76,400 | $75,800 | $70,500 | $71,700 | $71,900 | $80,500 | $74,200 | $79,500 | $89,400 | $106,000 | $115,000 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 16 | 45.71% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 16 | 45.71% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 3 | 8.57% |
| Total: | 35 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $382 | $436 | $435 | $459 | $475 | $450 | $458 | $550 | $575 | $550 | $600 | $592 | $582 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 52 | 36.88% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 54 | 38.30% |
| Renter Occupied: | 35 | 24.82% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 141 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 141 | 88.13% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 19 | 11.88% |
| Total Housing Units: | 160 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 147 | 91.88% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 8 | 5.00% |
| Other Units: | 5 | 3.13% |
| Total Housing Units: | 160 | 100% |
In 2024, 32.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 97.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 4.50 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 pre-K (38.57%). College enrollment is 17.14%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 1 | 0.52% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 4 | 2.08% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 63 | 32.81% |
| Some college, no degree: | 26 | 13.54% |
| Associate's degree: | 35 | 18.23% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 46 | 23.96% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 17 | 8.85% |
| Total: | 192 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 187 | 97.40% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 63 | 32.81% |
| Private Insurance: | 275 | 68.92% |
| Public Insurance: | 122 | 30.58% |
| No Insurance: | 2 | 0.50% |
| Total: | 399 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 397 | 99.50% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 4.5% | 3.9% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 27 | 38.57% |
| Kindergarten: | 4 | 5.71% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 20 | 28.57% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 7 | 10.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 12 | 17.14% |
| Total: | 70 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 31 | 44.29% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 31 | 44.29% |
ZIP Code 52163 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 16 business establishments, employing about 119 people with an annual payroll of $6,108,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 188Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 16Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $1,226,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $6,108,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 119Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 52163 is located in Howard County, Iowa, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Iowa's 2nd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 52163. It covers 1.772 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: | 1.772 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 12261.92 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 1965010Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Protivin city; IowaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 52163 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 1 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 March 1, 2026.