US ZIP Code
52404

Cedar Rapids, IA

Linn County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 42,582 Population ↑ 6% since 2019
💰 $62,304 Median HH Income
▼ 18% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019
🎂 33.7 Median Age ↓ 2% since 2019
🏠 $159,700 Median Home Value
▼ 43% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎓 37.8% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 3.9% Unemployment
▼ 19% below avg ↓ 6% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code52404
CityCedar Rapids
StateIowa (IA)
CountyLinn County
Area Code319
Elevation797 ft
Latitude41.923046
Longitude-91.688501
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19113
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.9% (20,818) Female 51.1% (21,764) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 74.2%Hispanic: 6.9%Black: 10.3%Asian: 0.8%Other: 7%Race
White74.2%
Hispanic6.9%
Black10.3%
Asian0.8%
Other7.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
16%
18–24
11%
25–44
30%
45–64
22%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.33
Below Poverty12.3% ▲ 23% above avg
College Grads37.8% ≈ Avg
Unemployment3.9% ▼ 19% below avg
No HS Diploma149 (0.6%)
HS Graduate8,193 (30.9%)
Some College4,263 (16.1%)
Associates3,866 (14.6%)
Bachelors3,860 (14.6%)
Graduate Degree6,147 (23.2%)

Education

No HS: 0.6%HS Grad: 30.9%Some College: 16.1%Associates: 14.6%Bachelors: 14.6%Graduate: 23.2%Edu
No HS0.6%
HS Grad30.9%
Some College16.1%
Associates14.6%
Bachelors14.6%
Graduate23.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 67.4%Renter: 32.7%Tenure
Owner67.4%
Renter32.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
11%
$50k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
26%
$150k–200k
22%
$200k–300k
20%
$300k–500k
10%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$62,304 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019
Median Home Value$159,700 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$885/mo ↑ 21% since 2019
Total Units19,923
Vacant Units1,958
Avg HH Size2.33

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
23%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
44%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
9%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
14%
1960s–1970s
8%
1980s–1990s
15%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units19,923
Vacant1,958
Owner Occupied67.4%
Renter Occupied32.7%
Avg HH Size2.33
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 52404 is in Cedar Rapids, IA, in Linn County.
ZIP code 52404 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 52404 is in Linn County, IA.
ZIP 52404 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 52404 is 42,582 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 52404 is $62,304 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 52404 is $159,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 52404

ZIP code 52404 is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, within Linn County. With a population of 42,582, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 52404 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,304 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 52404 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $159,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $885 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.

The population of 52404 is primarily White (74.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 52404 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 52404 in Cedar Rapids, IA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 42,582 residents, a median household income of $62,304, and a median home value of $159,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.