ZIP Code 52247, Iowa
ZIP Code 52247 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 52247 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Johnson County / Washington County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,914. The land area covers 80.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,914 | ±609 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,115 | ±182 | 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 | 2,218 | ±191 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,115 | ±182 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 103 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $298,900 | ±$23,728 |
| Median Gross Rent | $845 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,450 | ±$10,681 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,555 | ±$4,077 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 437 | ±244 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,199 | ±354 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.5% | ±2.6% |
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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GUS Population: 160,080 (2024)
ID: 185367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR PERSON
913 S DUBUQUE ST, IOWA CITY IA 52240-4273
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Iowa City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Iowa City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Coralville, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tiffin, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Tiffin, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Oxford, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Tiffin, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Coralville, IA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Iowa City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Iowa City, 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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University of Iowa
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College | 13.8 mi away | 101 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, IA, 52242-1316 |
3193353500
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KALONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 510 C AVE, KALONA, IA, 52247 |
(319) 656-3501
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PCI Academy-Iowa City
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College | 14.2 mi away | 1550 South 1st Avenue, Iowa City, IA, 52240-6083 |
5153372907
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WELLMAN-SCOFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 711 4TH ST, WELLMAN, IA, 52356 |
(319) 646-6858
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CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 1401 5TH ST, CORALVILLE, IA, 52241 |
(319) 248-1850
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SPRINGMIER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 311 W MARENGO RD, TIFFIN, IA, 52340 |
(319) 545-2960
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ICPL BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 123 S LINN ST, IOWA CITY, IA, 52240 |
(319) 356-5200
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IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 123 S LINN ST, IOWA CITY, IA, 52240 |
(319) 356-5200
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 112 N AUGUSTA AVE, OXFORD, IA, 52322 |
(319) 828-4087
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WASHINGTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 115 W WASHINGTON, WASHINGTON, IA, 52353 |
(319) 653-2726
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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 IOWA CITY MUNI AP, IA US, located 12.2 miles from ZCTA5 52247. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 14.6° | 22.8° | 1.04" | — |
| February | 35.5° | 18.5° | 27.0° | 1.21" | — |
| March | 49.5° | 29.5° | 39.5° | 2.21" | — |
| April | 62.6° | 40.1° | 51.4° | 3.76" | — |
| May | 73.4° | 51.7° | 62.6° | 4.48" | — |
| June | 82.6° | 62.1° | 72.4° | 5.29" | — |
| July | 85.8° | 65.8° | 75.8° | 3.91" | — |
| August | 83.8° | 63.3° | 73.5° | 3.94" | — |
| September | 77.5° | 54.2° | 65.8° | 3.24" | — |
| October | 64.1° | 42.1° | 53.1° | 2.98" | — |
| November | 49.2° | 30.4° | 39.8° | 2.17" | — |
| December | 36.3° | 20.1° | 28.2° | 1.45" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalona city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Frytown CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Wellman city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Riverside city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Hills city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| University Heights city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 52247. • 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.