Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.3% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,024 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 36,961 (24.4%) |
| Some College | 17,597 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 21,028 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 21,414 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 53,306 (35.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,958 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $210,780 ▼ 24% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $949/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 102,740 |
| Vacant Units | 7,047 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Linn County is located in Iowa and encompasses 31 ZIP codes spanning 18 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 230,670 residents. With a median age of 38.92, it is a middle-aged county.
Linn County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,957 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Linn County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $210,780 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $948. Homeownership rates are high at 74.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Linn County are primarily White (83.06%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 49.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Linn County, IA is a middle-income area in Iowa. The 31 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52202 | Alburnett | 1,231 | $92,885 | $232,600 | $739 | 0.3% | 36.7% |
| 52401 | Cedar Rapids | 2,192 | $40,675 | $143,800 | $783 | 7.8% | 52.2% |
| 52402 | Cedar Rapids | 43,076 | $71,319 | $188,700 | $992 | 4.3% | 53.2% |
| 52403 | Cedar Rapids | 23,023 | $73,848 | $190,700 | $857 | 3.0% | 56.5% |
| 52404 | Cedar Rapids | 42,582 | $62,304 | $159,700 | $885 | 3.9% | 37.8% |
| 52405 | Cedar Rapids | 25,889 | $65,352 | $173,600 | $1,043 | 3.6% | 40.7% |
| 52411 | Cedar Rapids | 8,357 | $164,972 | $424,500 | $1,275 | 1.5% | 71.0% |
| 52213 | Center Point | 3,977 | $94,896 | $254,400 | $894 | 1.1% | 48.6% |
| 52214 | Central City | 2,770 | $83,450 | $235,400 | $825 | 2.9% | 36.8% |
| 52218 | Coggon | 1,700 | $90,924 | $170,500 | $594 | 0.6% | 42.0% |
| 52227 | Ely | 2,864 | $111,000 | $299,600 | $973 | 2.3% | 51.6% |
| 52228 | Fairfax | 3,865 | $121,366 | $301,600 | $1,194 | 2.7% | 57.5% |
| 52233 | Hiawatha | 7,008 | $66,497 | $200,500 | $846 | 6.2% | 45.9% |
| 52253 | Lisbon | 2,593 | $90,163 | $222,200 | $792 | 2.3% | 42.6% |
| 52302 | Marion | 42,732 | $87,463 | $232,900 | $963 | 3.7% | 55.1% |
| 52314 | Mount Vernon | 6,048 | $106,667 | $279,800 | $886 | 4.4% | 55.6% |
| 52324 | Palo | 1,955 | $109,432 | $320,900 | $861 | 1.4% | 41.8% |
| 52219 | Prairieburg | 140 | $61,250 | $98,500 | — | 5.7% | 23.7% |
| 52328 | Robins | 2,861 | $132,833 | $343,000 | $962 | 7.0% | 68.0% |
| 52336 | Springville | 2,459 | $93,147 | $213,200 | $957 | 1.8% | 32.8% |
| 52341 | Toddville | 1,372 | $79,453 | $359,700 | — | 4.6% | 38.6% |
| 52352 | Walker | 1,906 | $86,950 | $209,800 | $738 | 2.3% | 45.9% |