Liscomb ZIP Codes — Marshall County, IA

There is one unique ZIP code in Liscomb, Iowa and it is 50148. Area code: 641.
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18.72
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sq mi water
641
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Liscomb, IA ZIP code map

About Liscomb, IA

Liscomb is a small city located in the state of Iowa within Marshall County. Known for its quiet charm, this community offers a friendly atmosphere and a close-knit population. Visitors and residents alike appreciate the simplicity of small-town living while being surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of Iowa.

Location & geography

Liscomb covers a land area of 18.72 square miles and has no recorded water area. It is ideally situated near several other cities in Iowa, with Marshalltown just 12 miles to the east, Eldora approximately 15 miles to the northeast, and State Center about 10 miles to the southwest. The terrain in this area is characterized by the rolling plains typical of central Iowa.

Community & economy

The community of Liscomb is characterized by its friendly residents who take pride in their small-town values and local traditions. Agriculture and small businesses play significant roles in the local economy, providing employment and services for residents. Daily life in Liscomb features community events, local gatherings, and a general sense of camaraderie among the townsfolk.

Transportation

Liscomb is accessible via County Highway D51, which connects it to nearby major routes and cities. The nearest significant airport is the Des Moines International Airport, located approximately 55 miles to the south, making it convenient for longer-distance travel.

History

Liscomb was established in the late 19th century and has historically been home to various agricultural and manufacturing industries. Over the years, the city has preserved its small-town charm while adapting to changes in the economy and community needs. Key milestones include its incorporation and the development of local businesses that support both residents and visitors.

Did you know?

One little-known fact about Liscomb is that it maintains a strong sense of community spirit through annual events and festivals that celebrate its heritage. Despite being a small city, it is known for its welcoming attitude towards visitors and newcomers.

ZIP codes for Liscomb, IA (1)
ZIP code City County Map
50148 Liscomb Marshall View map

Demographics & statistics

376
Population
43.6
Median age
$79,336
Median household income
$33,169
Per capita income
$96,300
Median home value
$775
Median monthly rent
85.8%
Home ownership
4.5%
Poverty rate
3.6%
Unemployment
168
Housing units
16.6%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
13
Under 5
12
11
5–9
11
12
10–14
12
6
15–19
5
2
20–24
2
38
25–34
37
16
35–44
16
27
45–54
26
22
55–59
21
15
60–64
15
25
65–74
24
4
75–84
4
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 187720.5%
18 and over29979.5%
65 and over5715.2%
Median age43.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 84.1%
Two or more races 8.1%
Hispanic or Latino 7.8%
GroupCount%
White34384.1%
Two or more races338.1%
Hispanic or Latino327.8%

Household income

Under $10k 1.1%
$10k–$15k 2.2%
$15k–$25k 9.3%
$25k–$35k 2.2%
$35k–$50k 13.7%
$50k–$75k 7.7%
$75k–$100k 36.6%
$100k–$150k 27.3%
Range% of households
Under $10k1.1%
$10k–$15k2.2%
$15k–$25k9.3%
$25k–$35k2.2%
$35k–$50k13.7%
$50k–$75k7.7%
$75k–$100k36.6%
$100k–$150k27.3%
Median income$79,336

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 14.6%
$50k–$100k 46.5%
$100k–$150k 21.7%
$150k–$200k 4.5%
$300k–$500k 9.6%
$500k–$1M 1.3%
$1M+ 1.9%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$96,300
Median rent / month$775
Owner occupied85.8%
Renter occupied14.2%
Vacant5.7%
Single-family detached72.2%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes6.7%
Median rooms5.9
Avg household size (owned)2.02

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–20190.0%
2000–200910.3%
1990–19993.6%
1980–19890.5%
1970–197924.7%
1960–19695.7%
1950–195925.8%
1940–19493.6%
1939 or earlier25.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom17.5%
2 bedrooms24.7%
3 bedrooms24.7%
4 bedrooms11.9%
5+ bedrooms21.1%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.5%
1 vehicle24.0%
2 vehicles49.2%
3 or more26.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas43.2%
Electricity26.8%
Propane / LP gas27.3%
Wood2.7%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family12266.7%
Cohabiting couple63.3%
Male householder, no spouse5027.3%
Female householder, no spouse52.7%
Households with children under 184424.0%
Households with seniors (65+)4826.2%
Average household size2.05

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married34.4%7.1%
Married57.0%85.7%
Separated0.0%0.0%
Widowed2.6%1.9%
Divorced6.0%5.2%

Education

Less than 9th grade 4.1%
Some HS, no diploma 2.1%
HS graduate 57.9%
Some college, no degree 8.6%
Associate's degree 10.7%
Bachelor's degree 13.4%
Graduate / professional 3.1%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher93.8%
Bachelor's or higher16.6%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool813.8%
Kindergarten1119.0%
Elementary school2746.6%
High school1017.2%
College / grad school23.4%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 39.0%
Manufacturing 19.2%
Transportation & utilities 11.3%
Construction 6.6%
Professional & management 5.2%
Arts, food & hospitality 4.2%
Finance & real estate 3.8%
Retail trade 3.3%
Public administration 2.8%
Other services 1.9%
Agriculture & mining 0.9%
Wholesale trade 0.9%
Information 0.9%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts29.1%
Service30.0%
Sales & office10.8%
Natural resources & construction9.9%
Production & transportation20.2%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector72.3%
Government21.6%
Self-employed6.1%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone89.6%
Carpool10.4%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)22.9

Poverty

All people 4.5%
Under 18 years 5.2%
18 and over 4.3%
Married-couple families 0.8%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security30.1%
Retirement income25.1%
Supplemental Security2.2%
Cash public assistance1.1%
Food stamps / SNAP4.9%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure31.8%
High cholesterol34.0%
Heart disease6.5%
Stroke2.9%
Asthma8.7%
Arthritis23.6%
Kidney disease2.7%
Pulmonary disease6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking21.2%
No physical activity26.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep30.2%
Fair or poor health11.4%
Poor mental health13.1%
Poor physical health9.1%
No health insurance9.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)73.8%
Visited dentist68.6%
Cholesterol screening88.8%
Teeth loss12.0%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans227.4%
Disability%
Any disability12.8%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years16.5%
65 and over14.0%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance73.4%
Public insurance31.6%
Uninsured under 190.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only35193.4%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)37198.7%
Born in same state37198.7%
Born in different state31483.5%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen51.3%
Not a US citizen360.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French5013.3%
Polish133.5%
Italian112.9%
AncestryCount%
English102.7%
Arab30.8%
Dutch20.5%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access48.7%
Internet access90.2%

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

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