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Palo Alto County, IA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Palo Alto County, Iowa demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 8 ZIP codes — population 9,320 — avg. income $71,813 — avg. home value $105,500. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
9,320
Median household income (avg.)
$71,813
96% of U.S. median
Average home value
$105,500
30% of U.S. median
Average rent
$518
44% of U.S. median
Palo Alto County demographics
Palo Alto County, Iowa covers 8 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 9,320.
Median household income in Palo Alto County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Palo Alto County, Iowa is about $71,813 — about 3% below the IA ZIP average ($74,194), and about 4% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 50528 (Cylinder) is near the top at about $87,500, while 50515 (Ayrshire) is near the bottom at about $60,179.
Housing in Palo Alto County
For housing in Palo Alto County, Iowa, the average median home value is about $105,500 and the average median rent is about $518.
The most populous ZIP is 50536 (Emmetsburg) with about 4,287 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Palo Alto County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50536 | Emmetsburg | Palo Alto County | IA | 4,287 | $62,404 | $121,300 |
| 50597 | West Bend | Palo Alto County | IA | 1,363 | $87,042 | $182,800 |
| 51342 | Graettinger | Palo Alto County | IA | 1,349 | $77,708 | $101,500 |
| 51358 | Ruthven | Palo Alto County | IA | 1,277 | $70,921 | $146,900 |
| 50528 | Cylinder | Palo Alto County | IA | 365 | $87,500 | — |
| 50562 | Mallard | Palo Alto County | IA | 346 | $63,750 | $75,500 |
| 50515 | Ayrshire | Palo Alto County | IA | 248 | $60,179 | $26,700 |
| 50527 | Curlew | Palo Alto County | IA | 85 | $65,000 | $83,800 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Palo Alto County?
Palo Alto County, Iowa has a combined ZIP-area population of about 9,320 across 8 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Palo Alto County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Palo Alto County, Iowa is about $71,813, about 3% below the state ZIP average ($74,194), and about 4% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $105,500. Among ZIPs with data, 50528 (Cylinder) is near the top ($87,500) and 50515 (Ayrshire) is near the bottom ($60,179).
How many ZIP codes are in Palo Alto County?
Palo Alto County, Iowa includes 8 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Palo Alto County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Palo Alto County, Iowa with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.