ZIP Code 52078, Iowa
ZIP Code 52078 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 52078 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Delaware County / Dubuque County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 870. The land area covers 41.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | ±246 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±4.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 322 | ±75 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 359 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 322 | ±75 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 37 | ±47 |
| Median Home Value | $237,500 | ±$79,842 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $97,778 | ±$18,845 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,127 | ±$3,108 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% | ±0.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15 | ±8 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 474 | ±112 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±9.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF DELAWARE
GUS Population: 17,609 (2024)
ID: 164246
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
301 E MAIN ST, MANCHESTER IA 52057
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Monticello, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cascade, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cascade, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Delhi, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Farley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dyersville, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Earlville, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Epworth, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Farley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Hopkinton, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Divine Word College
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College | 9.8 mi away | 102 Jacoby Dr SW, Epworth, IA, 52045 |
5638763353
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JAMES KENNEDY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 320 1ST AVE E, DYERSVILLE, IA, 52040 |
(563) 875-8912
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Emmaus Bible College
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College | 22.3 mi away | 2570 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA, 52001-3096 |
5635888000
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FARLEY BRANCH
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 310 4TH ST SW, FARLEY, IA, 52046 |
(319) 744-3577
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Wartburg Theological Seminary
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College | 22.5 mi away | 333 Wartburg Pl, Dubuque, IA, 52003-7769 |
5635890200
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HOPKINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 110 1ST ST SE, HOPKINTON, IA, 52237 |
(563) 926-2514
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University of Dubuque
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College | 22.6 mi away | 2000 University Ave, Dubuque, IA, 52001 |
5635893000
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CASCADE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 301 1ST AV W, CASCADE, IA, 52033 |
(563) 852-3222
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Clarke University
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College | 23.1 mi away | 1550 Clarke Dr, Dubuque, IA, 52001-3198 |
5635886300
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RUTH SUCKOW MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 122 NORTHERN AVE, EARLVILLE, IA, 52041 |
(563) 923-5235
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CASCADE, IA US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 52078. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.4° | 11.4° | 19.4° | 1.26" | 8.3" |
| February | 31.8° | 14.7° | 23.3° | 1.45" | 8.8" |
| March | 44.9° | 26.2° | 35.5° | 2.15" | 4.2" |
| April | 58.8° | 37.0° | 47.9° | 3.97" | 0.9" |
| May | 70.4° | 48.9° | 59.7° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.9° | 59.5° | 69.7° | 5.96" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.1° | 62.6° | 72.8° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.3° | 60.0° | 70.7° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.0° | 51.1° | 63.0° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.8° | 38.5° | 50.2° | 3.26" | 0.2" |
| November | 46.2° | 28.0° | 37.1° | 2.33" | 1.8" |
| December | 32.8° | 17.7° | 25.3° | 1.75" | 6.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worthington city | City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Dyersville city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Farley city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Hopkinton city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Cascade city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Earlville city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 52078. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.