US ZIP Code
52002

Dubuque, IA

Dubuque County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 17,931 Population ↑ 4% since 2019
💰 $88,060 Median HH Income
▲ 15% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019
🎂 39.4 Median Age
🏠 $273,400 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎓 51.7% College Grads
▲ 33% above avg
📊 2.4% Unemployment
▼ 51% below avg ↓ 24% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code52002
CityDubuque
StateIowa (IA)
CountyDubuque County
Area Code563
Elevation820 ft
Latitude42.524766
Longitude-90.771903
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19061
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.9% (8,763) Female 51.1% (9,168) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 88.3%Hispanic: 0.8%Black: 3.5%Asian: 3%Other: 2.8%Race
White88.3%
Hispanic0.8%
Black3.5%
Asian3.0%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
19%
18–24
7%
25–44
24%
45–64
24%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.4 yrs
Avg Household Size2.49
Below Poverty10.0% ≈ Avg
College Grads51.7% ▲ 33% above avg
Unemployment2.4% ▼ 51% below avg
No HS Diploma28 (0.2%)
HS Graduate3,381 (28.8%)
Some College900 (7.7%)
Associates1,356 (11.6%)
Bachelors1,367 (11.7%)
Graduate Degree4,690 (40%)

Education

No HS: 0.2%HS Grad: 28.8%Some College: 7.7%Associates: 11.6%Bachelors: 11.7%Graduate: 40%Edu
No HS0.2%
HS Grad28.8%
Some College7.7%
Associates11.6%
Bachelors11.7%
Graduate40.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 74.6%Renter: 25.4%Tenure
Owner74.6%
Renter25.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
11%
$200k–300k
41%
$300k–500k
35%
Over $500k
6%

Financials

Median HH Income$88,060 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019
Median Home Value$273,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,051/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units7,535
Vacant Units377
Avg HH Size2.49

Income Distribution

Under $25k
11%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
19%
$150k–200k
15%
Over $200k
10%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
49%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
5%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
8%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
22%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units7,535
Vacant377
Owner Occupied74.6%
Renter Occupied25.4%
Avg HH Size2.49
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 52002 is in Dubuque, IA, in Dubuque County.
ZIP code 52002 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 52002 is in Dubuque County, IA.
ZIP 52002 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 52002 is 17,931 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 52002 is $88,060 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 52002 is $273,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 52002

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.