Zip Code 50479 — Thornton, IA
50479 is a ZIP Code associated with Thornton, IA, located within Cerro Gordo. 50479 ranks #6 out of 9 ZIP codes in Cerro Gordo County by population (and #606 out of 970 in IA). The area supports an estimated population of 655 residents across Data Pending housing units, with a population density of 4.3 people per square mile.
WorldPlaceData database updated: October 2026
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| Data Metric | Local Statistic |
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| Postal / Zip Code | 50479 |
| Primary City | Thornton |
| State / Province | IA |
| County | Cerro Gordo |
| Total Population | 655 |
| Median Household Income | Data Pending |
| Total Housing Units | Data Pending |
| Population Density | 4.3 people/sq mi |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
How 50479 Compares
| Metric | ZIP 50479 | Cerro Gordo County | IA State Average |
|---|
| Population | 655 | 41,868 (Total) | 3,210,984 (Total) |
| Average ZIP Income | Data Pending | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 4.3 /sq mi | -- | -- |
| County Pop Rank | #6 of 9 | -- | -- |
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