| ZIP Code | 52246 |
|---|---|
| City | Iowa City |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Area Code | 319 |
| Elevation | 792 ft |
| Latitude | 41.648386 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.596793 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 25.2% ▲ 152% above avg |
| College Grads | 71.6% ▲ 85% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 36 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,202 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 646 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 1,306 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 623 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,431 (66.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,088 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $327,100 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,049/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,627 |
| Vacant Units | 995 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,627 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 995 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 52246 is located in Iowa City, Iowa, within Johnson County. With a population of 21,944, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.7 years. Economically, 52246 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,088 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 52246 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $327,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,049 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.2%) and renters (56.8%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 52246 is majority White (65.15%). Residents are highly educated — 71.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.2%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 52246 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 52246 in Iowa City, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 21,944 residents, a median household income of $55,088, and a median home value of $327,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.