ZIP Code 52570 in Milton, IA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Milton, Iowa
Counties:Van Buren County[Primary]
Davis County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:34:29 PM
Population:961 [See All]
Area Codes:319 / 641
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.6632, -92.1357
Land Area:65.577 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 52570 has 961 residents and 319 households (average 3.01 persons per household). The median age is 28.4 years, significantly younger than the state (38.6) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.5% male and 45.5% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (96.7%, much higher than the state average of 84.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.5%, 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:961Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,104Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:978Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:14.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$62,292Source: Census ACS
Households:319Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$102,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.01Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.82Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0501,0341,0007789699249741,1041,0141,0261,0281,0121,104
Decennial Census954------------------961------
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: 28.4

Male Median Age: 28.1

Female Median Age: 28.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male4361475635311834252917262137177146
Female383249305029222720171220231814121212
Total819396868560406145462946445531192618
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:92996.47%
Black:50.52%
Hispanic:*242.49%
Asian:30.31%
American Indian:10.10%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:10.10%
Total:963100%
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:52454.53%28.1 years
Females:43745.47%28.6 years
Total:961100%28.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,08798.46%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:30.27%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:131.18%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:11.27%
Total Population:1,104100%
Total Native Population:1,09098.73%
Total Foreign-born Population:141.27%
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 $62,292, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $27,747 (80.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,542. Family households earn a median of $65,000 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $65,000). By gender, male median income is $46,667 and female is $45,625, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $1,042 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 63.4%, which is below the state rate (66.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (28.6%).

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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$34,545$35,066$42,619$43,125$43,667$45,625$47,426$48,958$50,750$61,000$54,620$72,593$62,292
Median Family Income$38,393$38,125$44,115$48,889$48,750$49,545$55,000$59,219$59,625$61,250$54,511$68,750$65,000
Median NonFamily Income$27,875$17,841$18,875$18,083$26,250$30,568$30,341$23,750$23,750$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$28,438$30,568$31,000$36,618$36,548$38,500$34,236$35,987$35,417$50,257$41,094$44,583$46,667
Median Female Income$29,531$22,227$23,167$23,750$24,821$30,268$30,735$30,481$30,625$29,583$31,250$35,865$45,625
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:41262.24%
Unemployed:81.21%
Not In Labor Force:24236.56%
Total:662100%
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:11828.64%
Service:122.91%
Sales and Office:10024.27%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7919.17%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10325.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:412100%
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 $102,000, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $51,300 (101.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,200. The median gross rent is $550, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $208 (60.82%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $188. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.02% (33.33% with a mortgage, 66.67% free-and-clear) and renters 11.98% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 17.53%, which is much higher than the state rate (8.65%).

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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$50,700$44,100$51,900$56,400$60,300$53,600$70,000$72,500$75,800$69,900$74,200$93,800$102,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:717.50%
$500 to $999:2255.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:512.50%
$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:615.00%
Total:40100%
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$342$580$575$450$567$650$625$745$738$563$521$564$550
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):9829.34%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):19658.68%
Renter Occupied:4011.98%
Total Occupied Housing Units:334100%

Occupied Housing Units:33482.47%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):7117.53%
Total Housing Units:405100%
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:33883.46%
Multi-Family Units:122.96%
Other Units:5513.58%
Total Housing Units:405100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 15.40% 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 66.60%, which is markedly below the state rate (93.20%). The uninsured rate is 25.80%, which is markedly above the state rate (4.90%). The share of people in poverty is 19.90%, which is on par with the state rate (6.90%), down 5.40 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.70 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 (74.80%). College enrollment is 3.25%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:17430.10%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:193.29%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):17229.76%
Some college, no degree:8915.40%
Associate's degree:356.06%
Bachelor's degree:478.13%
Graduate or professional degree:427.27%
Total:578100%
High school or higher:38566.61%
Bachelor's degree or higher:8915.40%
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:64151.36%
Public Insurance:32225.80%
No Insurance:28522.84%
Total:1,248100%
Has Health Insurance:96377.16%
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 Poverty25.3%26.9%18.1%10.4%8.8%10.8%5.1%7.6%8.2%12.1%12.5%14.5%19.9%
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:20.81%
Kindergarten:31.22%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):18474.80%
High school (grades 9-12):4919.92%
College or graduate school:83.25%
Total:246100%
Early Childhood:52.03%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):23695.93%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 52570 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 12 business establishments, employing about 91 people with an annual payroll of $3,200,000. USPS data shows 325 residential mailboxes and 10 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:325Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:10Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:453Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:325Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:12Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$847,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$3,200,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:91Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 52570 is located in Van Buren County, Iowa, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Iowa's 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 52570. It covers 65.577 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.126 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:65.577 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.126 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:12048.84, 8789.62 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1952500Source: Census
Place Name:Milton city; IowaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


52571 | | 52569

Schools in ZIP Code 52570


We could not locate which school district 52570 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.

Van Buren County Community Middle & High School 405 4th Street
Keosauqua, IA 52565
District: Van Buren County Community School DistrictNearby
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center 14574 Jefferson St.
Douds, IA 52551
District: Van Buren County Community School DistrictNearby
Van Buren County Community School District Harmony Center 33727 Rte J40
Farmington, IA 52626
District: Van Buren County Community School DistrictNearby
Maharishi School 804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Dr
Fairfield, IA 52556
District: Private SchoolNearby
Seton Catholic Elementary School 117 E 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
District: Private SchoolNearby
Ottumwa Christian School 438 Mckinley Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 52570


Maharishi International University 1000 North 4th Street
Fairfield, IA 52557
Type: Post Secondary
Iowa School Of Beauty-Ottumwa 609 W Second St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Type: Post Secondary
Indian Hills Community College 525 Grandview Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Type: Post Secondary
Iowa Wesleyan University 601 N Main Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
Type: Post Secondary
American Hair Academy 304 South Iris
Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641
Type: Post Secondary
Kirksville Area Technical Center 1103 S Cottage Grove
Kirksville, MO 63501
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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