Manly ZIP Codes — Worth County, IA

There is one unique ZIP code in Manly, Iowa and it is 50456. Area code: 641.
1
ZIP codes
49.93
sq mi land
0.01
sq mi water
641
area code
Manly, IA ZIP code map

About Manly, IA

Manly is a charming city located in Worth County, Iowa. Known for its friendly community, Manly provides a quaint and peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The city is enriched with local culture and history, making it an interesting place to explore.

Location & geography

Manly sits in the north-central part of Iowa, conveniently located near several other cities. Nearby cities include Mason City, which is 12 miles to the southwest, and Northwood, situated 7 miles to the north. The city covers a land area of 49.93 square miles, with a negligible water area of just 0.01 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Manly is defined by its close-knit community and strong sense of local pride. Key industries around the area include agriculture and small businesses, which play a significant role in the city's economy. Daily life in Manly is calm and centered around community activities and local events.

Transportation

Manly is accessible via Interstate 35, which runs north-south and connects residents to larger cities. The nearest airport is the Mason City Municipal Airport, approximately 15 miles away, providing regional air service.

History

Manly was founded in the late 19th century and has traditionally been known for its agricultural roots. Key industries have included farming and small-scale manufacturing, contributing to the economic stability of the city. Over the years, notable events have included annual fairs and local festivals that celebrate the city’s heritage.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Manly is its origin as a railroad town, which helped foster its early growth. Today, it remains a hidden gem in Iowa, offering a blend of small-town charm and a strong community spirit.

ZIP codes for Manly, IA (1)
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50456 Manly Worth View map

Demographics & statistics

1,783
Population
40.7
Median age
$72,600
Median household income
$33,383
Per capita income
$115,100
Median home value
$644
Median monthly rent
68.1%
Home ownership
12.2%
Poverty rate
5.0%
Unemployment
570
Housing units
15.7%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
39
Under 5
35
61
5–9
55
83
10–14
75
67
15–19
60
52
20–24
46
78
25–34
71
162
35–44
146
119
45–54
108
61
55–59
56
57
60–64
51
78
65–74
71
48
75–84
43
32
85+
29
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1841723.4%
18 and over1,36676.6%
65 and over30116.9%
Median age40.7 years

Race & ethnicity

White 89.8%
Two or more races 6.5%
Black or African American 2%
Hispanic or Latino 1.4%
Asian 0.3%
GroupCount%
White1,62389.8%
Two or more races1186.5%
Black or African American372%
Hispanic or Latino251.4%
Asian50.3%

Household income

Under $10k 3.7%
$10k–$15k 5.1%
$15k–$25k 5.6%
$25k–$35k 6.0%
$35k–$50k 10.4%
$50k–$75k 22.4%
$75k–$100k 18.5%
$100k–$150k 17.4%
$150k–$200k 8.1%
$200k+ 2.6%
Range% of households
Under $10k3.7%
$10k–$15k5.1%
$15k–$25k5.6%
$25k–$35k6.0%
$35k–$50k10.4%
$50k–$75k22.4%
$75k–$100k18.5%
$100k–$150k17.4%
$150k–$200k8.1%
$200k+2.6%
Median income$72,600

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 6.3%
$50k–$100k 34.9%
$100k–$150k 27.0%
$150k–$200k 17.3%
$200k–$300k 7.5%
$300k–$500k 6.5%
$1M+ 0.6%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$115,100
Median rent / month$644
Owner occupied68.1%
Renter occupied31.9%
Vacant9.2%
Single-family detached78.6%
Large apartment buildings0.4%
Mobile homes1.9%
Median rooms5.5
Avg household size (owned)2.49

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.2%
2010–20193.0%
2000–20093.7%
1990–19994.1%
1980–19895.1%
1970–197915.3%
1960–196912.2%
1950–195914.7%
1940–19499.7%
1939 or earlier31.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)1.1%
1 bedroom6.2%
2 bedrooms33.8%
3 bedrooms40.9%
4 bedrooms15.2%
5+ bedrooms2.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle7.1%
1 vehicle23.9%
2 vehicles36.0%
3 or more33.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas61.8%
Electricity15.8%
Propane / LP gas21.6%
No fuel used0.8%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family36149.6%
Cohabiting couple8311.4%
Male householder, no spouse14119.4%
Female householder, no spouse14319.6%
Households with children under 1823632.4%
Households with seniors (65+)17023.4%
Average household size2.38

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married27.7%25.1%
Married54.1%50.7%
Separated0.0%1.3%
Widowed1.9%12.7%
Divorced16.3%10.3%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.4%
Some HS, no diploma 3.2%
HS graduate 36.5%
Some college, no degree 20.7%
Associate's degree 23.4%
Bachelor's degree 11.0%
Graduate / professional 4.7%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher96.4%
Bachelor's or higher15.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool428.8%
Kindergarten296.1%
Elementary school19941.8%
High school14730.9%
College / grad school5912.4%

Employment

Industry of employment

Manufacturing 22.0%
Education & healthcare 18.1%
Retail trade 15.9%
Transportation & utilities 7.3%
Construction 6.7%
Agriculture & mining 5.5%
Public administration 5.5%
Other services 4.6%
Professional & management 3.9%
Arts, food & hospitality 3.6%
Finance & real estate 3.2%
Information 2.3%
Wholesale trade 1.2%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts27.3%
Service15.9%
Sales & office13.5%
Natural resources & construction11.4%
Production & transportation31.8%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector77.9%
Government12.5%
Self-employed9.4%
Unpaid family workers0.2%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone83.5%
Carpool8.2%
Public transit0.0%
Walk2.6%
Other means0.2%
Avg commute (minutes)21.3

Poverty

All people 12.2%
Under 18 years 20.2%
18 and over 9.6%
Married-couple families 0.8%
Female-led households 28.3%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security28.6%
Retirement income19.4%
Supplemental Security3.4%
Cash public assistance0.7%
Food stamps / SNAP8.5%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure34.7%
High cholesterol33.6%
Heart disease7.4%
Stroke3.3%
Asthma9.3%
Arthritis26.7%
Kidney disease3.1%
Pulmonary disease7.2%
Cancer7.8%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking20.4%
No physical activity26.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep30.9%
Fair or poor health13.2%
Poor mental health13.3%
Poor physical health10.0%
No health insurance9.4%
Visited doctor (checkup)75.6%
Visited dentist68.7%
Cholesterol screening88.9%
Teeth loss13.4%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1087.9%
Disability%
Any disability11.8%
Under 1810.6%
18–64 years8.5%
65 and over27.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance66.0%
Public insurance43.0%
Uninsured under 191.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only1,70995.8%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)1,783100.0%
Born in same state1,78099.8%
Born in different state1,34475.4%
Foreign born30.2%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Polish24914%
French1307.3%
Italian854.8%
Arab241.3%
AncestryCount%
Dutch130.7%
English90.5%
German70.4%
Irish50.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access40.8%
Internet access93.0%

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

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