| ZIP Code | 52240 |
|---|---|
| City | Iowa City |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Area Code | 319 |
| Elevation | 650 ft |
| Latitude | 41.630753 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.498781 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 25.8% ▲ 158% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 114 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,409 (19.3%) |
| Some College | 1,719 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 2,673 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,767 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,011 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,189 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,100 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,065/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,035 |
| Vacant Units | 1,666 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,035 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,666 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 52240 is located in Iowa City, Iowa, within Johnson County. With a population of 36,046, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.1 years. Economically, 52240 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,189 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 52240 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $241,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,065 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.9%) and renters (49.1%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 52240 is primarily White (70.57%). Residents are well-educated — 55.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.8%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 52240 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 52240 in Iowa City, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 36,046 residents, a median household income of $55,189, and a median home value of $241,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.