US ZIP Code
52001

Dubuque, IA

Dubuque County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 43,064 Population
💰 $60,882 Median HH Income
▼ 20% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
🎂 36.7 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $168,900 Median Home Value
▼ 39% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019
🎓 41.3% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 5.1% Unemployment
≈ Avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code52001
CityDubuque
StateIowa (IA)
CountyDubuque County
Area Code563
Elevation801 ft
Latitude42.548323
Longitude-90.69367
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19061
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.6% (21,338) Female 50.5% (21,726) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 84.4%Hispanic: 4.1%Black: 4.8%Asian: 1.3%Other: 4.2%Race
White84.4%
Hispanic4.1%
Black4.8%
Asian1.3%
Other4.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
13%
18–24
14%
25–44
26%
45–64
21%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.11
Below Poverty12.0% ▲ 20% above avg
College Grads41.3% ≈ Avg
Unemployment5.1% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma387 (1.4%)
HS Graduate8,477 (31.6%)
Some College3,158 (11.8%)
Associates3,721 (13.9%)
Bachelors2,700 (10.1%)
Graduate Degree8,364 (31.2%)

Education

No HS: 1.4%HS Grad: 31.6%Some College: 11.8%Associates: 13.9%Bachelors: 10.1%Graduate: 31.2%Edu
No HS1.4%
HS Grad31.6%
Some College11.8%
Associates13.9%
Bachelors10.1%
Graduate31.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 62.4%Renter: 37.6%Tenure
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
7%
$50k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
24%
$200k–300k
23%
$300k–500k
10%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$60,882 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
Median Home Value$168,900 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$916/mo ↑ 21% since 2019
Total Units20,102
Vacant Units1,378
Avg HH Size2.11

Income Distribution

Under $25k
19%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
82%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
5%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
58%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
6%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
18%
1960s–1970s
8%
1980s–1990s
7%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units20,102
Vacant1,378
Owner Occupied62.4%
Renter Occupied37.6%
Avg HH Size2.11
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 52001 is in Dubuque, IA, in Dubuque County.
ZIP code 52001 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 52001 is in Dubuque County, IA.
ZIP 52001 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 52001 is 43,064 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 52001 is $60,882 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 52001 is $168,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 52001

ZIP code 52001 is located in Dubuque, Iowa, within Dubuque County. With a population of 43,064, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.7 years. Economically, 52001 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,882 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 52001 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $168,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $916 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.

The population of 52001 is primarily White (84.37%). Residents are well-educated — 41.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.0%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 52001 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.

Overall, ZIP code 52001 in Dubuque, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,064 residents, a median household income of $60,882, and a median home value of $168,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.