50438, Garner, IA

Garner, Iowa is located in Polk County and has a population of approximately 10,000. The zip code 50438 has a median home value of $130,000 and a median household income of $50,000. Approximately 60% of households in the zip code have children under the age of 18 living with them, and approximately 30% of households are made up of individuals over the age of 65.

The average commute to work for residents in Garner is 26 minutes. The unemployment rate in Garner is 3%. Approximately 60% of residents own their homes while the remaining 40% rent. Home values have increased by an average of 5% each year since 2000. In addition, home prices have increased by an average of 9% each year since 2007 when the housing market began to recover from the Great Recession.

There are several factors that contribute to Garner's high home values and stable economy:

-The city has a low crime rate and excellent schools

-The city is located near major employment centers

-There is strong demand for housing due to its close proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Des Moines and Omaha