The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 51250 sells for about $371,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are down 22.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 51250 — Sioux Center
The 51250 housing market is experiencing a cooling phase with a significant year-over-year price correction, though inventory remains tight. Demand is supported by a stable local economy and strong school district reputation, keeping the market somewhat competitive despite broader economic headwinds.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals working in the local manufacturing or agricultural sectors who prioritize a safe, community-oriented environment with high-quality schools.
Median prices moved down 22.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 2.9% — a stable, low-distress 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 8.0%/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 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 51250, Sioux 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 Sioux Center are consistently low, with the area experiencing significantly fewer property and violent crimes compared to both state and national averages.
The area is served by the Sioux Center Community School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and strong community support.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance recommended for properties near local drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by a robust manufacturing and agricultural processing sector, with major employers like Link Manufacturing and various food production facilities anchoring the local economy.
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.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents working within the city or commuting short distances to neighboring Orange City or Rock Valley.
The area features extensive local parks, the Sioux Center Trail system, and the All Seasons Center, which provides indoor recreation, swimming, and ice sports.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates due to demand from local industry workers and students, with limited new multi-family supply.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, food processing, and education, with significant employment provided by local industrial firms and the Dordt University ecosystem.
Transportation is primarily via private vehicle on US Highway 75, which serves as the main north-south corridor for the region.
The city is actively planning for residential growth on the north and east sides of the city to support workforce housing needs.
Parcels are subject to Sioux Center Community School District levies and local municipal utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe convective storms and wind events.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level profiles.
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.
Features indoor swimming, ice arena, and fitness facilities.
Extensive paved trails connecting residential areas to parks.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.