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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 52641 has 12,920 residents and 4,639 households (average 2.37 persons per household). The median age is 39.3 years, about the same as the state (38.6) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.1% male and 46.9% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.8%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.8%, 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:	12,920Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	12,796Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	11,477Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	61.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$63,406Source: Census ACS

Households:	4,639Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$164,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.37Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.98Source: 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	--	12,129	12,095	12,114	12,210	12,234	11,917	12,008	12,254	12,247	11,941	12,388	12,812	12,796
Decennial Census	12,357	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	12,920	--	--	--

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: 39.3

Male Median Age: 37.7

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	320	347	389	497	588	505	486	523	410	419	424	459	402	325	345	198	129	93
Female	328	371	336	417	485	332	322	312	311	356	345	418	370	374	348	241	168	227
Total	648	718	725	914	1,073	837	808	835	721	775	769	877	772	699	693	439	297	320

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

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Population by Race

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White:	10,950	83.18%
Black:	460	3.49%
Hispanic:*	883	6.71%
Asian:	416	3.16%
American Indian:	61	0.46%
Hawaiian:	6	0.05%
Other:	388	2.95%
Total:	13,164	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:	6,859	53.09%	37.7 years
Females:	6,061	46.91%	41.9 years
Total:	12,920	100%	39.3 years

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

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	12,165	95.07%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	194	1.52%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	148	1.16%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	289	3.42%
Total Population:	12,796	100%
Total Native Population:	12,359	96.58%
Total Foreign-born Population:	437	3.42%

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 $63,406, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $18,187 (40.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,784. Family households earn a median of $76,004 versus $35,058 for nonfamily households (a difference of $40,946). By gender, male median income is $50,310 and female is $47,644, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $2,666 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.2%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (66.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.9%).

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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	$45,219	$46,383	$48,057	$50,161	$50,133	$49,662	$51,480	$53,922	$54,622	$54,489	$60,241	$62,790	$63,406
Median Family Income	$58,208	$62,475	$63,365	$62,765	$60,663	$60,469	$59,028	$66,966	$69,740	$71,801	$84,893	$80,833	$76,004
Median NonFamily Income	$25,808	$28,264	$28,835	$29,968	$31,042	$31,467	$30,788	$31,095	$31,912	$29,248	$29,593	$33,170	$35,058
Median Male Income	$39,088	$37,197	$38,046	$39,250	$38,423	$38,669	$39,375	$42,292	$43,380	$42,667	$45,472	$49,351	$50,310
Median Female Income	$28,625	$30,439	$30,329	$31,650	$31,120	$33,590	$34,447	$35,986	$35,863	$39,702	$41,232	$43,476	$47,644

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:	5,942	55.82%
Unemployed:	150	1.41%
Not In Labor Force:	4,553	42.77%
Total:	10,645	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:	1,953	32.87%
Service:	960	16.16%
Sales and Office:	988	16.63%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	560	9.42%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,481	24.92%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	5,942	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 $164,100, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $56,000 (51.80%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $34,200. The median gross rent is $812, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $234 (40.48%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $82. Of occupied housing, owners make up 69.09% (51.52% with a mortgage, 48.48% free-and-clear) and renters 30.91% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.76%, which is far 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)

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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	$108,100	$108,400	$113,900	$114,000	$116,000	$119,100	$123,700	$121,200	$129,900	$131,900	$137,700	$154,300	$164,100

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:	134	9.12%
$500 to $999:	783	53.30%
$1,000 to $1,499:	328	22.33%
$1,500 to $1,999:	76	5.17%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	10	0.68%
No Rent:	138	9.39%
Total:	1,469	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	$578	$590	$581	$613	$615	$640	$686	$692	$730	$702	$709	$752	$812

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):	1,692	35.60%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,592	33.49%
Renter Occupied:	1,469	30.91%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	4,753	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	4,753	89.24%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	573	10.76%
Total Housing Units:	5,326	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:	4,265	80.08%
Multi-Family Units:	871	16.35%
Other Units:	190	3.57%
Total Housing Units:	5,326	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 22.30% 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 89.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (93.20%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 10.50%, which is notably higher than the state rate (6.90%), down 4.50 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.00 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 (42.80%). College enrollment is 29.80%, 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)

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Less than 9th grade:	373	4.26%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	569	6.50%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	2,917	33.34%
Some college, no degree:	1,838	21.01%
Associate's degree:	1,098	12.55%
Bachelor's degree:	1,317	15.05%
Graduate or professional degree:	636	7.27%
Total:	8,748	100%
High school or higher:	7,806	89.23%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	1,953	22.33%

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:	8,426	62.27%
Public Insurance:	4,571	33.78%
No Insurance:	534	3.95%
Total:	13,531	100%
Has Health Insurance:	12,997	96.05%

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	15.0%	16.0%	15.2%	13.9%	11.0%	11.3%	9.4%	7.1%	6.5%	8.4%	7.3%	8.1%	10.5%

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:	219	7.42%
Kindergarten:	71	2.40%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,264	42.80%
High school (grades 9-12):	519	17.58%
College or graduate school:	880	29.80%
Total:	2,953	100%
Early Childhood:	290	9.82%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	1,854	62.78%

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

City:	Mount Pleasant, Iowa
City Alias:	Mt Pleasant
Counties:	Henry County[Primary] Jefferson County Washington County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	7:36:16 PM
Population:	12,920 [See All]
Area Code:	319
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	41.0198, -91.5958
Land Area:	211.788 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/52641/zip-code-52641.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	4,843Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	415Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	5,447Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	4,102Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	390Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	348Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$69,883,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$263,510,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	5,897Source: CBP

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:	211.788 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	1.601 sq miSource: 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:	1954705Source: Census
Place Name:	Mount Pleasant city; IowaSource: Census

ZIP Code 52641 in Mount Pleasant, 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 52641

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 52641

Sources & References