Wiota ZIP Codes — Cass County, IA

There is one unique ZIP code in Wiota, Iowa and it is 50274. Area code: 712.
1
ZIP codes
47.85
sq mi land
0.09
sq mi water
712
area code
Wiota, IA ZIP code map

About Wiota, IA

Wiota is a small city located in Cass County, Iowa. Known for its rural charm, Wiota offers a tight-knit community atmosphere. With its quaint surroundings and agricultural roots, it embodies the quintessential Midwestern lifestyle.

Location & geography

Wiota is situated in the southwestern portion of Iowa, surrounded by picturesque farmland and scenic landscapes. Nearby cities include Atlantic, which is approximately 10 miles to the north, and Anita, around 8 miles to the east. The city itself spans an area of 47.85 square miles, with a minimal water area of 0.09 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Wiota reflects a strong sense of community, with local events bringing residents together throughout the year. Agriculture forms the backbone of Wiota's economy, with many residents engaged in farming and related industries. Daily life here is typically peaceful and centered around family and community activities.

Transportation

Wiota is easily accessible via local highways, with U.S. Route 71 running to the west and Iowa Highway 83 to the east. The nearest major airport is located in Atlantic, which provides services for regional travel, while larger airports can be found in Omaha, Nebraska, about 90 miles to the west. Public transportation options may be limited, emphasizing the reliance on personal vehicles for commuting.

History

Wiota was founded in the early 1900s and has maintained its agricultural roots as a key aspect of its identity. The city developed alongside the railway, which played a crucial role in its growth and connectivity. Notable events in the area often center around agricultural fairs and community gatherings that celebrate the farming heritage.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Wiota is that it has only one ZIP code, which is 50274. This reflects the city's small size and close-knit community where residents often know each other by name.

ZIP codes for Wiota, IA (1)
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50274 Wiota Cass View map

Demographics & statistics

132
Population
62.0
Median age
$72,847
Median household income
$44,495
Per capita income
$75,800
Median home value
$800
Median monthly rent
83.9%
Home ownership
9.8%
Poverty rate
0.0%
Unemployment
123
Housing units
14.5%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
1
20–24
0
10
25–34
7
1
35–44
1
6
45–54
5
16
55–59
13
6
60–64
4
13
65–74
9
23
75–84
17
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1800.0%
18 and over132100.0%
65 and over6247.0%
Median age62.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 100%
GroupCount%
White132100%

Household income

Under $10k 12.6%
$10k–$15k 1.1%
$15k–$25k 5.7%
$25k–$35k 3.4%
$35k–$50k 10.3%
$50k–$75k 34.5%
$75k–$100k 21.8%
$100k–$150k 8.0%
$200k+ 2.3%
Range% of households
Under $10k12.6%
$10k–$15k1.1%
$15k–$25k5.7%
$25k–$35k3.4%
$35k–$50k10.3%
$50k–$75k34.5%
$75k–$100k21.8%
$100k–$150k8.0%
$200k+2.3%
Median income$72,847

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 9.6%
$50k–$100k 49.3%
$100k–$150k 26.0%
$150k–$200k 11.0%
$200k–$300k 4.1%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$75,800
Median rent / month$800
Owner occupied83.9%
Renter occupied16.1%
Vacant36.5%
Single-family detached99.3%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes0.7%
Median rooms5.5
Avg household size (owned)1.58

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–20190.0%
2000–20090.0%
1990–19991.5%
1980–19895.8%
1970–19792.2%
1960–19690.0%
1950–195913.9%
1940–194913.9%
1939 or earlier62.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom35.8%
2 bedrooms24.8%
3 bedrooms37.2%
4 bedrooms1.5%
5+ bedrooms0.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle6.9%
1 vehicle25.3%
2 vehicles25.3%
3 or more42.5%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas8.0%
Electricity8.0%
Propane / LP gas83.9%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family4248.3%
Cohabiting couple00.0%
Male householder, no spouse3236.8%
Female householder, no spouse1314.9%
Households with children under 1800.0%
Households with seniors (65+)3742.5%
Average household size1.52

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married21.3%14.0%
Married54.7%77.2%
Separated2.7%0.0%
Widowed0.0%5.3%
Divorced21.3%3.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.5%
Some HS, no diploma 0.0%
HS graduate 39.7%
Some college, no degree 29.8%
Associate's degree 14.5%
Bachelor's degree 4.6%
Graduate / professional 9.9%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher98.5%
Bachelor's or higher14.5%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary school00.0%
High school00.0%
College / grad school3100.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Transportation & utilities 27.9%
Education & healthcare 21.3%
Retail trade 16.4%
Other services 11.5%
Manufacturing 8.2%
Agriculture & mining 6.6%
Professional & management 4.9%
Construction 1.6%
Wholesale trade 1.6%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts41.0%
Service3.3%
Sales & office32.8%
Natural resources & construction11.5%
Production & transportation11.5%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector67.2%
Government26.2%
Self-employed6.6%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone100.0%
Carpool0.0%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)16.4

Poverty

All people 9.8%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 9.8%
Married-couple families 2.4%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security41.4%
Retirement income27.6%
Supplemental Security0.0%
Cash public assistance1.1%
Food stamps / SNAP13.8%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure37.3%
High cholesterol36.5%
Heart disease7.7%
Stroke3.5%
Asthma9.2%
Arthritis27.4%
Kidney disease3.2%
Pulmonary disease7.8%
Cancer7.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking20.8%
No physical activity26.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep32.0%
Fair or poor health14.0%
Poor mental health13.0%
Poor physical health10.7%
No health insurance9.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)73.5%
Visited dentist61.7%
Cholesterol screening90.1%
Teeth loss13.0%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1914.4%
Disability%
Any disability19.7%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years2.9%
65 and over38.7%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance56.8%
Public insurance59.8%
Uninsured under 190.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only132100.0%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)132100.0%
Born in same state132100.0%
Born in different state10378.0%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian2216.7%
French1813.6%
Dutch1813.6%
AncestryCount%
Arab86.1%
Polish10.8%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access65.9%
Internet access93.1%

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

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