The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 50484 sells for about $197,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $959 a month.
ZIP 50484 — Woden
The housing market in 50484 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation consistent with rural Iowa trends. Demand is driven by local residents seeking affordable single-family homes, though limited supply keeps sales volume low. The market is currently balanced, with no significant signs of rapid growth or decline.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with low housing costs. It is less ideal for those requiring proximity to urban amenities or public transit.
Median prices moved up 4.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 6.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 30.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 50484, Worth County IA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in this rural area are significantly lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern. Trends remain stable with minimal year-over-year fluctuations.
Schools serving this area are part of rural Iowa districts that generally maintain small class sizes and stable academic performance ratings. Local community support for education is high, though extracurricular options are limited compared to urban centers.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near local waterways. Property insurance remains available but premiums are sensitive to regional weather patterns.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by agriculture and small-scale manufacturing, with limited new commercial development. Infrastructure investment is focused on maintaining existing rural road networks.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Iowa) — Iowa Property Tax Assessment Limitation: The taxable value is determined by applying an assessment limitation (rollback) to the assessed market value. The limitation is calculated annually to restrict the growth in aggregate taxable value for the residential class to 3% statewide.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for long commutes to regional employment hubs like Mason City. Public transit options are not available.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities including local parks, fishing, and hunting opportunities. Shopping and dining options are limited, requiring travel to larger nearby towns.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for affordable housing. Vacancy rates are tight, and there is minimal short-term rental activity.
The local economy is heavily reliant on the agricultural sector and regional manufacturing. Employment opportunities are concentrated in nearby Mason City.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state highways. There is no significant public transit infrastructure.
Development is limited to small-scale residential improvements and agricultural infrastructure upgrades.
The Worth County Assessor manages property valuations, focusing on annual adjustments to reflect market trends in rural residential and agricultural land.
Parcels are subject to county-level property taxes, school district levies, and local emergency service district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the regional risk of severe weather events common in Northern Iowa.
Net domestic migration is relatively flat, with a slight trend of younger residents moving toward larger urban centers.
Iowa is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process, which typically provides a redemption period for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known defects.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ACS 5-year profiles for ZCTA 50484.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Hosts annual community events and agricultural exhibitions.
Provides public access for hunting, hiking, and bird watching.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.