ZIP Code 52404, Iowa
ZIP Code 52404 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 52404 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Johnson County / Linn County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,958. The land area covers 56.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,958 | ±2,057 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,170 | ±773 | 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 | 20,169 | ±742 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,170 | ±773 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,999 | ±432 |
| Median Home Value | $168,600 | ±$6,416 |
| Median Gross Rent | $916 | ±$42 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,870 | ±$6,617 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,126 | ±$1,757 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,277 | ±822 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,779 | ±1,456 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±2.1% |
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-04 | Middle Amana, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Atkins, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Marion, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Cedar Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North Liberty, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cedar Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North Liberty, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-11 | Cedar Rapids, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tiffin, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Tiffin, 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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Kirkwood Community College
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College | 2.1 mi away | 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52406-2068 |
3193985411
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LADD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | WESTDALE MALL, 2600 EDGEWOOD RD.,SW, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52404 |
(319) 398-5324
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Capri College-Cedar Rapids
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College Vocational | 2.8 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 | 3.9 mi away | 450 FIFTH AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52401 |
(319) 261-7323
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Mercy-St Luke's School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 4.6 mi away | 1026 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402 |
3193697097
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FAIRFAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 313 VANDERBILT ST, FAIRFAX, IA, 52228 |
(319) 846-2994
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Coe College
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College | 4.8 mi away | 1220 First Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402-5092 |
3193998000
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SWISHER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 72 2ND ST, SWISHER, IA, 52338 |
(319) 857-4090
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Mount Mercy University
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College | 5.8 mi away | 1330 Elmhurst Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402-4797 |
3193638213
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ELY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 1595 DOWS ST, ELY, IA, 52227 |
(319) 848-7616
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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 MUNI AP, IA US, located 3.1 miles from ZCTA5 52404. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.9° | 11.3° | 19.6° | 0.95" | — |
| February | 32.6° | 15.5° | 24.1° | 1.22" | — |
| March | 46.3° | 26.8° | 36.5° | 1.99" | — |
| April | 60.1° | 37.6° | 48.9° | 3.56" | — |
| May | 71.1° | 49.5° | 60.3° | 4.25" | — |
| June | 80.1° | 59.7° | 69.9° | 5.56" | — |
| July | 82.8° | 62.7° | 72.8° | 4.41" | — |
| August | 81.2° | 60.4° | 70.8° | 4.07" | — |
| September | 74.7° | 51.9° | 63.3° | 3.40" | — |
| October | 61.5° | 39.9° | 50.7° | 2.91" | — |
| November | 46.2° | 27.7° | 37.0° | 2.00" | — |
| December | 33.3° | 17.1° | 25.2° | 1.59" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Fairfax city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Swisher city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Shueyville city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Ely city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Walford city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 52404. • 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.