Fayette County, IA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Fayette County, Iowa demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 15 ZIP codes — population 18,870 — avg. income $61,541 — avg. home value $132,180. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Fayette County demographics
Fayette County, Iowa covers 15 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 18,870.
Median household income in Fayette County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Fayette County, Iowa is about $61,541 — about 17% below the IA ZIP average ($74,194), and about 18% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 52171 (Jackson Junction) is near the top at about $83,854, while 50606 (Arlington) is near the bottom at about $46,875.
Housing in Fayette County
For housing in Fayette County, Iowa, the average median home value is about $132,180 and the average median rent is about $467.
The most populous ZIP is 50662 (Oelwein) with about 6,497 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Fayette County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50662 | Oelwein | Fayette County | IA | 6,497 | $49,145 | $108,200 |
| 52175 | West Union | Fayette County | IA | 3,300 | $56,538 | $162,100 |
| 52142 | Fayette | Fayette County | IA | 1,992 | $48,718 | $183,200 |
| 52141 | Elgin | Fayette County | IA | 1,321 | $69,250 | $96,400 |
| 52171 | Jackson Junction | Fayette County | IA | 1,172 | $83,854 | $189,300 |
| 52147 | Hawkeye | Fayette County | IA | 906 | $73,125 | $151,300 |
| 50606 | Arlington | Fayette County | IA | 831 | $46,875 | $112,300 |
| 50655 | Maynard | Fayette County | IA | 694 | $56,250 | $139,600 |
| 52135 | Clermont | Fayette County | IA | 641 | $75,313 | $120,300 |
| 50681 | Westgate | Fayette County | IA | 467 | $69,688 | $138,500 |
| 52169 | Wadena | Fayette County | IA | 394 | $52,216 | $113,300 |
| 52164 | Randalia | Fayette County | IA | 195 | $49,375 | $121,200 |
| 50671 | Stanley | Fayette County | IA | 178 | $56,850 | $111,800 |
| 52166 | St. Lucas | Fayette County | IA | 172 | $74,375 | $115,000 |
| 50664 | — | Fayette County | IA | 110 | — | $120,200 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Fayette County?
Fayette County, Iowa has a combined ZIP-area population of about 18,870 across 15 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Fayette County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Fayette County, Iowa is about $61,541, about 17% below the state ZIP average ($74,194), and about 18% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $132,180. Among ZIPs with data, 52171 (Jackson Junction) is near the top ($83,854) and 50606 (Arlington) is near the bottom ($46,875).
How many ZIP codes are in Fayette County?
Fayette County, Iowa includes 15 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Fayette County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Fayette County, Iowa with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.