RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · IA

ZIP 50131

Part of Johnston, IA
Pop. 24,583·Polk County·11th most expensive ZIP in Iowa
Median rent (all units)
$1,382/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.5%
Month-over-Month
+2.1%
vs US Median
-$583
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 50131 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 50131 · $1,382
More affordable than 82% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,220
1 BR
$1,270
2 BR
$1,510
3 BR
$2,060
4 BR+
$2,110
Research median
$1,510/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,584/yr
At $1,382/mo median
Location
StateIA
CountyPolk County
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.5% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 50131 (Johnston, IA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 57.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,583
Median income
$106,551
Median age
37.5
Renters
28.9%
Age distribution
30.3%
16.1%
28.8%
15.5%
Under 1830.3%
18–3416.1%
35–5428.8%
55–649.2%
65+15.5%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
76.7%
White76.7%
Black10.5%
Hispanic2.7%
Asian7.2%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
13.8%
25.4%
57.7%
No HS diploma3.2%
HS diploma13.8%
Some college25.4%
Bachelor's+57.7%
Housing tenure
71.1%
28.9%
Owner71.1%
Renter28.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 50131 in Johnston, IA has changed in 5 years

Income
$92,743 → $106,551
up 14.9%
Population
23,577 → 24,583
up 4.3%
Renter share
29.2% → 28.9%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
54.7% → 57.7%
+3.0 pts

Household income in the area moved from $92,743 to $106,551 across the same window, up 14.9% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 23,577 to 24,583 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.3% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 54.7% to 57.7%.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 50131

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 50131

About renting in ZIP 50131

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 50131 covers Johnston, IA. The median rent here is $1,382/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,270/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,510/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($106,551/yr), ZIP 50131 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 50131?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 50131 (Johnston, IA) is $1,382. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 50131 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 50131's median rent of $1,382/mo is $583 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 50131 compare to other ZIPs in Iowa?

ZIP 50131 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Iowa, ranking #11 out of 55 ZIPs tracked at $1,382/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 50131?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,382/mo in ZIP 50131. The local median household income is $106,551/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 50131?

Rent in ZIP 50131 has decreased 2.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 50131 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 50131 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,382/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($106,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 50131 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 50131 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.9% of ZIP 50131 households are renters, while 71.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 50131 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 50131 compare to the rest of Johnston?

ZIP 50131 sits right at the Johnston citywide median of $1,382/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 50131 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 50131 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
16%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,382/mo, rent takes ~16% of ZIP 50131's median household income ($106,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 50131 16%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.8%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 50131 (Johnston, IA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.