| ZIP Code | 52247 |
|---|---|
| City | Kalona |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 319 |
| Elevation | 728 ft |
| Latitude | 41.518674 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.72329 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 981 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 269 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 335 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 238 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,062 (36.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,140 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $257,400 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $806/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,047 |
| Vacant Units | 84 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,047 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 84 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 52247 is located in Kalona, Iowa, within Washington County. With a population of 5,301, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 52247 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,140 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 52247 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $257,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $806 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 52247 is primarily White (91.89%). Residents are well-educated — 44.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 52247 stands at 1.0%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 52247 in Kalona, IA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,301 residents, a median household income of $82,140, and a median home value of $257,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.