Larchwood ZIP Codes — Lyon County, IA

There is one unique ZIP code in Larchwood, Iowa and it is 51241. Area code: 712.
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89.61
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Larchwood, IA ZIP code map

About Larchwood, IA

Larchwood is a small city located in Lyon County, Iowa. Known for its friendly community and rural charm, this town offers a peaceful living environment. Larchwood serves as a tight-knit hub where residents often engage in local events and activities.

Location & geography

Larchwood is situated in the northwestern part of Iowa, approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Rock Rapids and around 15 miles northeast of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This region features flat terrain typical of the midwestern landscape, with a total land area of 89.61 square miles. Notably, Larchwood has no water area, making it entirely land-based.

Community & economy

The character of Larchwood is defined by its close community ties, where neighbors often gather for social events and support one another. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, alongside small businesses that contribute to daily life. Community events, like local fairs and farmer's markets, foster a sense of belonging among residents.

Transportation

Larchwood is serviced by U.S. Highway 9, providing vital access to nearby cities and surrounding areas. The nearest major airport is Sioux Falls Regional Airport, which is located approximately 15 miles to the northeast. Public transportation options may be limited, making personal vehicles the primary mode of transit for residents.

History

Larchwood was founded as a small agricultural community with roots in farming and land development. Over the years, it has maintained its rural character while attracting visitors with its annual events and local attractions. Key industries have historically included agriculture and small-scale manufacturing.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Larchwood is that it solely encompasses land area with no lakes or rivers, emphasizing its distinctly rural setting. Additionally, the entire community is served by just one ZIP code, 51241, reflecting its small population size.

ZIP codes for Larchwood, IA (1)
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51241 Larchwood Lyon View map

Demographics & statistics

2,237
Population
36.3
Median age
$97,788
Median household income
$37,923
Per capita income
$296,900
Median home value
$793
Median monthly rent
83.1%
Home ownership
3.9%
Poverty rate
0.2%
Unemployment
712
Housing units
25.6%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
47
Under 5
42
91
5–9
82
90
10–14
82
98
15–19
88
93
20–24
85
157
25–34
143
139
35–44
126
183
45–54
166
38
55–59
34
57
60–64
51
98
65–74
89
69
75–84
63
14
85+
12
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1859726.7%
18 and over1,64073.3%
65 and over34515.4%
Median age36.3 years

Race & ethnicity

White 96.4%
Two or more races 1.9%
Hispanic or Latino 0.7%
Black or African American 0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%
Asian 0.1%
GroupCount%
White2,17196.4%
Two or more races431.9%
Hispanic or Latino160.7%
Black or African American120.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native70.3%
Asian30.1%

Household income

Under $10k 1.7%
$10k–$15k 1.0%
$15k–$25k 5.8%
$25k–$35k 3.7%
$35k–$50k 14.6%
$50k–$75k 12.9%
$75k–$100k 13.0%
$100k–$150k 26.6%
$150k–$200k 16.4%
$200k+ 4.2%
Range% of households
Under $10k1.7%
$10k–$15k1.0%
$15k–$25k5.8%
$25k–$35k3.7%
$35k–$50k14.6%
$50k–$75k12.9%
$75k–$100k13.0%
$100k–$150k26.6%
$150k–$200k16.4%
$200k+4.2%
Median income$97,788

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.2%
$50k–$100k 7.4%
$100k–$150k 13.2%
$150k–$200k 12.9%
$200k–$300k 14.8%
$300k–$500k 38.7%
$500k–$1M 10.8%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$296,900
Median rent / month$793
Owner occupied83.1%
Renter occupied16.9%
Vacant2.8%
Single-family detached91.5%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes2.9%
Median rooms8.1
Avg household size (owned)2.76

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201914.3%
2000–200915.7%
1990–199919.4%
1980–19895.9%
1970–19799.6%
1960–19699.4%
1950–19596.7%
1940–19492.2%
1939 or earlier16.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom1.1%
2 bedrooms14.0%
3 bedrooms26.4%
4 bedrooms36.0%
5+ bedrooms22.5%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle1.6%
1 vehicle20.7%
2 vehicles39.5%
3 or more38.3%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas4.3%
Electricity26.0%
Propane / LP gas51.2%
Fuel oil1.1%
No fuel used10.0%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family58370.4%
Cohabiting couple91.1%
Male householder, no spouse10612.8%
Female householder, no spouse13015.7%
Households with children under 1832339.0%
Households with seniors (65+)23027.8%
Average household size2.70

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married30.3%19.1%
Married58.3%69.7%
Separated0.0%1.1%
Widowed3.5%4.7%
Divorced7.9%5.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.0%
Some HS, no diploma 2.6%
HS graduate 33.5%
Some college, no degree 13.5%
Associate's degree 23.8%
Bachelor's degree 18.5%
Graduate / professional 7.2%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher96.5%
Bachelor's or higher25.6%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool81.4%
Kindergarten7713.2%
Elementary school26044.6%
High school18631.9%
College / grad school528.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 21.4%
Retail trade 13.3%
Construction 9.8%
Finance & real estate 8.4%
Manufacturing 8.2%
Arts, food & hospitality 8.0%
Other services 6.5%
Agriculture & mining 6.3%
Public administration 5.8%
Professional & management 5.5%
Transportation & utilities 4.1%
Wholesale trade 1.7%
Information 0.9%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts38.1%
Service12.0%
Sales & office27.9%
Natural resources & construction9.4%
Production & transportation12.6%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector79.2%
Government13.2%
Self-employed7.6%
Unpaid family workers0.1%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone89.7%
Carpool7.0%
Public transit0.0%
Walk1.2%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)28.5

Poverty

All people 3.9%
Under 18 years 2.2%
18 and over 4.6%
Married-couple families 2.6%
Female-led households 9.3%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security26.9%
Retirement income22.1%
Supplemental Security0.6%
Cash public assistance0.7%
Food stamps / SNAP0.6%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure31.0%
High cholesterol31.0%
Heart disease6.1%
Stroke2.8%
Asthma9.2%
Arthritis22.9%
Kidney disease2.6%
Pulmonary disease6.4%
Cancer6.7%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking21.4%
No physical activity23.1%
Less than 7 hrs sleep30.5%
Fair or poor health11.9%
Poor mental health13.6%
Poor physical health9.1%
No health insurance9.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)75.4%
Visited dentist66.0%
Cholesterol screening87.8%
Teeth loss12.9%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1066.5%
Disability%
Any disability11.0%
Under 181.2%
18–64 years10.7%
65 and over29.3%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance86.1%
Public insurance22.1%
Uninsured under 191.3%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only2,14896.0%
Spanish150.7%
Other Indo-European90.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)2,22999.6%
Born in same state2,22999.6%
Born in different state69030.8%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen80.4%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
English49622.2%
Italian27212.2%
Polish23410.5%
Arab693.1%
AncestryCount%
French673%
Dutch20.1%
German10%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access37.0%
Internet access94.8%

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

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