ZIP Code 52302, Iowa
ZIP Code 52302 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 52302 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Linn County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,706. The land area covers 74.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,706 | ±417 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,270 | ±544 | 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 | 18,422 | ±536 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,270 | ±544 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,152 | ±278 |
| Median Home Value | $244,400 | ±$10,566 |
| Median Gross Rent | $962 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,983 | ±$6,485 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,026 | ±$2,081 |
| Poverty Rate | 8% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,407 | ±792 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,557 | ±744 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±0.7% |
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: 231,762 (2024)
ID: 164259
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
935 2ND ST SW, CEDAR RAPIDS IA 52404-2100
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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 | Alburnett, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Alburnett, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alburnett, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Anamosa, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Anamosa, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Marion, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Cedar Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cedar Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Center Point, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Center Point, 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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Mount Mercy University
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College | 6.4 mi away | 1330 Elmhurst Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402-4797 |
3193638213
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MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 1101 6TH AVE, MARION, IA, 52302 |
(319) 377-3412
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Coe College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 1220 First Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402-5092 |
3193998000
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SPRINGVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 264 BROADWAY ST, SPRINGVILLE, IA, 52336 |
(319) 854-6444
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Mercy-St Luke's School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 7.5 mi away | 1026 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402 |
3193697097
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HIAWATHA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 150 W WILLMAN ST, HIAWATHA, IA, 52233 |
(319) 393-1414
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Capri College-Cedar Rapids
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College Vocational | 10.5 mi away | 2945 Williams Parkway S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 |
3193641541206
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CEDAR RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 450 FIFTH AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52401 |
(319) 261-7323
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Carlson College of Massage Therapy
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College Vocational | 10.8 mi away | 11809 Country Rd X28, Anamosa, IA, 52205 |
3194623402
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CENTRAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 137 4TH ST N, CENTRAL CITY, IA, 52214 |
(319) 438-6685
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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 CEDAR RAPIDS #1, IA US, located 1.8 miles from ZCTA5 52302. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.0° | 12.5° | 21.3° | 1.17" | 8.7" |
| February | 35.1° | 16.6° | 25.9° | 1.34" | 8.3" |
| March | 48.9° | 27.5° | 38.2° | 2.06" | 4.0" |
| April | 63.3° | 38.4° | 50.9° | 4.02" | 1.5" |
| May | 73.8° | 49.6° | 61.7° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.3° | 59.6° | 71.0° | 5.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 63.3° | 74.4° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.4° | 61.2° | 72.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.3° | 53.0° | 65.2° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.1° | 41.5° | 52.8° | 3.00" | 0.6" |
| November | 48.1° | 29.3° | 38.7° | 2.22" | 2.2" |
| December | 34.7° | 18.6° | 26.7° | 1.67" | 9.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion city | City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Robins city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Springville city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Alburnett city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Hiawatha city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Bertram city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 52302. • 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.