| ZIP Code | 52002 |
|---|---|
| City | Dubuque |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Dubuque County |
| Area Code | 563 |
| Elevation | 820 ft |
| Latitude | 42.524766 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.771903 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 51.7% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,381 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 900 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 1,356 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,367 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,690 (40%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,060 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $273,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,051/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,535 |
| Vacant Units | 377 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,535 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 377 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 52002 is located in Dubuque, Iowa, within Dubuque County. With a population of 17,931, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 52002 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,060 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 52002 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $273,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,051 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 52002 is primarily White (88.28%). Residents are well-educated — 51.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 52002 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 52002 in Dubuque, IA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,931 residents, a median household income of $88,060, and a median home value of $273,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.