50554 Laurens, IA is an agriculturally-focused town in Pocahontas County with a population of 1,675. Its population density is 18 people per square mile, leaving plenty of room for year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. The local economy has several businesses that serve the community including Don’s Market for groceries and supplies, Home Sweet Home Embroidery & Gift Shop for embroidered gifts and apparel, Prent’s Repair LLC for mechanical repairs and other services, and more. Local organizations help to give back to the community with the Laurens Lions Club hosting events like their annual 4th of July celebration while other groups like Boy Scouts Troop #196 are active in Laurens. Lastly, local sporting events include youth baseball teams like the Pocahontas County Wildcats and baseball tournaments hosted by the Laurens Little League.
The population in Laurens (zip 50554) is 1,675. There are 19 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Laurens (zip 50554) is 44.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Laurens (zip 50554) is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Laurens (zip 50554)
- 58.7% are married
- 11.4% are divorced
- 23.1% are married with children
- 19.7% have children, but are single
Race in Laurens (zip 50554)
- 88.7% are White
- 6.8% are Black
- 2.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander