Alta Vista ZIP Codes — Chickasaw County, IA

There is one unique ZIP code in Alta Vista, Iowa and it is 50603. Area code: 641.
1
ZIP codes
45.11
sq mi land
0.00
sq mi water
641
area code
Alta Vista, IA ZIP code map

About Alta Vista, IA

Alta Vista is a small yet charming city located in Chickasaw County, Iowa. Nestled in a rural area, it offers a close-knit community feel with easy access to the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. This quaint city provides residents and visitors alike with a peaceful environment and a glimpse into Midwestern life.

Location & geography

Alta Vista is situated in northeast Iowa and covers a total land area of 45.11 square miles. It is surrounded by several small towns, with New Hampton approximately 14 miles to the southwest, Nashua about 10 miles to the south, and Osage roughly 15 miles to the northwest. The city has a flat terrain with no significant bodies of water within its borders.

Community & economy

The character of Alta Vista is defined by its friendly residents and a strong sense of community. A variety of small businesses and agricultural activities contribute to the local economy, with farming being a prominent industry in the area. Daily life in Alta Vista is characterized by community events, local gatherings, and a peaceful atmosphere that encourages outdoor activities.

Transportation

Major highways serving the area include Highway 24, which provides convenient access to larger cities. The nearest named airport is the Charles City Municipal Airport, located approximately 19 miles to the east for those traveling by air. Public transit options are limited, as the city maintains a mostly rural character.

History

Alta Vista was founded in the late 19th century during a period of expansion in rural Iowa. Key industries initially included agriculture and grain milling, which have played a significant role in the city's development. Over the years, the city has retained its agricultural roots while also evolving to embrace modern amenities.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Alta Vista is that it has earned recognition for its community events, such as the annual Alta Vista Days, which fosters local pride and camaraderie. Additionally, the city is situated near the scenic Turkey River, offering outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors.

ZIP codes for Alta Vista, IA (1)
ZIP code City County Map
50603 Alta Vista Chickasaw View map

Demographics & statistics

342
Population
50.0
Median age
$59,688
Median household income
$34,501
Per capita income
$94,600
Median home value
$533
Median monthly rent
88.8%
Home ownership
5.8%
Poverty rate
6.5%
Unemployment
152
Housing units
6.6%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
1
Under 5
1
1
5–9
1
11
10–14
9
22
15–19
18
3
20–24
3
10
25–34
9
29
35–44
23
17
45–54
14
13
55–59
11
19
60–64
16
47
65–74
38
7
75–84
6
7
85+
6
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 184011.7%
18 and over30288.3%
65 and over11132.5%
Median age50.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 100%
GroupCount%
White342100%

Household income

Under $10k 2.5%
$10k–$15k 8.1%
$15k–$25k 2.5%
$25k–$35k 6.8%
$35k–$50k 14.9%
$50k–$75k 31.7%
$75k–$100k 15.5%
$100k–$150k 16.1%
$150k–$200k 0.6%
$200k+ 1.2%
Range% of households
Under $10k2.5%
$10k–$15k8.1%
$15k–$25k2.5%
$25k–$35k6.8%
$35k–$50k14.9%
$50k–$75k31.7%
$75k–$100k15.5%
$100k–$150k16.1%
$150k–$200k0.6%
$200k+1.2%
Median income$59,688

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 17.5%
$50k–$100k 45.5%
$100k–$150k 13.3%
$150k–$200k 9.1%
$200k–$300k 14.7%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$94,600
Median rent / month$533
Owner occupied88.8%
Renter occupied11.2%
Vacant5.3%
Single-family detached91.2%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes2.4%
Median rooms6.1
Avg household size (owned)2.15

Year built

Era%
2020 or later4.1%
2010–20190.0%
2000–20090.6%
1990–19995.9%
1980–19898.2%
1970–197916.5%
1960–19698.2%
1950–19591.8%
1940–19496.5%
1939 or earlier48.2%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom6.5%
2 bedrooms26.5%
3 bedrooms32.4%
4 bedrooms34.1%
5+ bedrooms0.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle1.2%
1 vehicle29.8%
2 vehicles36.0%
3 or more32.9%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Electricity5.0%
Propane / LP gas68.3%
Fuel oil12.4%
Wood11.2%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family7244.7%
Cohabiting couple53.1%
Male householder, no spouse4427.3%
Female householder, no spouse4024.8%
Households with children under 183924.2%
Households with seniors (65+)6439.8%
Average household size2.12

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married42.9%24.1%
Married41.2%56.0%
Separated0.0%0.0%
Widowed1.1%11.3%
Divorced14.7%8.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.1%
Some HS, no diploma 14.7%
HS graduate 40.1%
Some college, no degree 25.4%
Associate's degree 12.1%
Bachelor's degree 5.5%
Graduate / professional 1.1%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher84.2%
Bachelor's or higher6.6%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool11.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary school2233.8%
High school3756.9%
College / grad school57.7%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 33.8%
Manufacturing 15.3%
Construction 10.2%
Transportation & utilities 10.2%
Agriculture & mining 7.9%
Retail trade 6.9%
Other services 6.5%
Arts, food & hospitality 6.0%
Professional & management 1.4%
Wholesale trade 0.9%
Finance & real estate 0.9%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts19.9%
Service21.3%
Sales & office22.2%
Natural resources & construction11.1%
Production & transportation25.5%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector66.2%
Government19.0%
Self-employed14.8%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone78.6%
Carpool5.1%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.9%
Other means3.3%
Avg commute (minutes)25.9

Poverty

All people 5.8%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 6.6%
Married-couple families 2.8%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security44.1%
Retirement income20.5%
Supplemental Security8.1%
Cash public assistance2.5%
Food stamps / SNAP2.5%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure36.1%
High cholesterol33.7%
Heart disease7.8%
Stroke3.6%
Asthma9.4%
Arthritis27.0%
Kidney disease3.2%
Pulmonary disease7.9%
Cancer7.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking21.8%
No physical activity26.2%
Less than 7 hrs sleep31.8%
Fair or poor health14.5%
Poor mental health13.9%
Poor physical health10.7%
No health insurance10.6%
Visited doctor (checkup)72.9%
Visited dentist63.2%
Cholesterol screening87.9%
Teeth loss16.2%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans93.0%
Disability%
Any disability12.0%
Under 1830.0%
18–64 years9.9%
65 and over9.0%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance72.8%
Public insurance42.4%
Uninsured under 191.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only34099.4%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)342100.0%
Born in same state34199.7%
Born in different state31692.4%
Foreign born10.3%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian4914.3%
Arab3510.2%
Polish154.4%
AncestryCount%
German20.6%
English10.3%
French10.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access47.1%
Internet access81.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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