US ZIP Code
52657

Saint Paul, IA

Lee County  ·  Iowa

● Active
👥 68 Population ↓ 7% since 2019
💰 $81,250 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019
🎂 35.0 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $158,300 Median Home Value
▼ 43% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
🎓 56.9% College Grads
▲ 47% above avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code52657
CitySaint Paul
StateIowa (IA)
CountyLee County
Area Code319
Elevation665 ft
Latitude40.767847
Longitude-91.516424
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS19111
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 44.1% (30) Female 55.9% (38) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 100%Race
White100.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
18%
25–44
41%
45–64
21%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.0 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.13
Below Poverty0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
College Grads56.9% ▲ 47% above avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
HS Graduate12 (23.5%)
Some College6 (11.8%)
Associates4 (7.8%)
Bachelors10 (19.6%)
Graduate Degree19 (37.3%)

Education

HS Grad: 23.5%Some College: 11.8%Associates: 7.8%Bachelors: 19.6%Graduate: 37.3%Edu
HS Grad23.5%
Some College11.8%
Associates7.8%
Bachelors19.6%
Graduate37.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 87.5%Renter: 12.5%Tenure
Owner87.5%
Renter12.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
11%
$50k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
32%
$200k–300k
21%
$300k–500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$81,250 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019
Median Home Value$158,300 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units46
Vacant Units14
Avg HH Size2.13

Income Distribution

Under $25k
6%
$25k–50k
19%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
29%
Over $200k
10%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
95%
Walked
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
24%
15–30 min
43%
30–45 min
21%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
21%
1960s–1970s
19%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units46
Vacant14
Owner Occupied87.5%
Renter Occupied12.5%
Avg HH Size2.13
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 52657 is in Saint Paul, IA, in Lee County.
ZIP code 52657 is located in Iowa (IA).
ZIP code 52657 is in Lee County, IA.
ZIP 52657 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 52657 is 68 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 52657 is $81,250 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 52657 is $158,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 52657

ZIP code 52657 is located in Saint Paul, Iowa, within Lee County. With a population of 68, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 52657 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,250 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 52657 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $158,300 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 87.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.

The population of 52657 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 56.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.

Overall, ZIP code 52657 in Saint Paul, IA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 68 residents, a median household income of $81,250, and a median home value of $158,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Iowa.