US ZIP Code
52555

Exline, IA

Appanoose County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 152 Population ↓ 59% since 2019
💰 $36,563 Median HH Income
▼ 52% below avg ↓ 17% since 2019
🎂 55.0 Median Age ↑ 25% since 2019
🏠 $89,300 Median Home Value
▼ 68% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎓 23.0% College Grads
▼ 41% below avg
📊 3.9% Unemployment
▼ 20% below avg ↑ 491% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code52555
CityExline
StateIowa (IA)
CountyAppanoose County
Area Code641
Elevation977 ft
Latitude40.644315
Longitude-92.816227
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19007
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 55.3% (84) Female 44.7% (68) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 96.1%Hispanic: 3.3%Other: 0.7%Race
White96.1%
Hispanic3.3%
Other0.7%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
15%
18–24
9%
25–44
13%
45–64
29%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age55.0 yrs ↑ 25% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.92
Below Poverty16.5% ▲ 65% above avg
College Grads23.0% ▼ 41% below avg
Unemployment3.9% ▼ 20% below avg
HS Graduate30 (34.5%)
Some College18 (20.7%)
Associates19 (21.8%)
Bachelors6 (6.9%)
Graduate Degree14 (16.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 34.5%Some College: 20.7%Associates: 21.8%Bachelors: 6.9%Graduate: 16.1%Edu
HS Grad34.5%
Some College20.7%
Associates21.8%
Bachelors6.9%
Graduate16.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 57%Renter: 43%Tenure
Owner57.0%
Renter43.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
29%
$50k–100k
22%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
16%
$200k–300k
4%
$300k–500k
11%

Financials

Median HH Income$36,563 ▼ 52% below avg ↓ 17% since 2019
Median Home Value$89,300 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$992/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units103
Vacant Units24
Avg HH Size1.92

Income Distribution

Under $25k
36%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
27%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
98%
Public Transit
2%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
27%
30–45 min
27%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
21%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units103
Vacant24
Owner Occupied57.0%
Renter Occupied43.0%
Avg HH Size1.92
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 52555 is in Exline, IA, in Appanoose County.
ZIP code 52555 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 52555 is in Appanoose County, IA.
ZIP 52555 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 52555 is 152 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 52555 is $36,563 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 52555 is $89,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 52555

ZIP code 52555 is located in Exline, Iowa, within Appanoose County. With a population of 152, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55 years. Economically, 52555 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,563 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 52555 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $992 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.0%) and renters (43.0%). Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.

The population of 52555 is primarily White (96.05%). Residents are less-educated — 23.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.5%. Household income has declined by 17% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 52555 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.

Overall, ZIP code 52555 in Exline, IA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and an older community. With 152 residents, a median household income of $36,563, and a median home value of $89,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.