| ZIP Code | 52254 |
|---|---|
| City | Lost Nation |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Area Code | 563 |
| Elevation | 706 ft |
| Latitude | 41.952276 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.805353 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 19045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 184 (31%) |
| Some College | 61 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 98 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 121 (20.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 123 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,227 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,500 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,125/mo ↑ 181% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 458 |
| Vacant Units | 34 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 458 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 34 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 52254 is located in Lost Nation, Iowa, within Clinton County. With a population of 1,000, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 52254 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,227 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 52254 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,125 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 52254 is primarily White (87.50%). Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.5%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 52254 stands at 3.4%, 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 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 52254 in Lost Nation, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,000 residents, a median household income of $70,227, and a median home value of $96,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.