ZIP Code 52739, Iowa
ZIP Code 52739 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 52739 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Louisa County / Muscatine County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 788. The land area covers 32.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | ±273 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 329 | ±118 | 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 | 360 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 329 | ±118 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $97,500 | ±$76,862 |
| Median Gross Rent | $962 | ±$32 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,375 | ±$59,641 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,356 | ±$8,036 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.7% | ±17.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 225 | ±158 |
| Unemployment Rate | 17.7% | ±13% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 372 | ±144 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.6% | ±7.2% |
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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GUS Population: 10,630 (2024)
ID: 126548
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
PO BOX 186, WAPELLO IA 52653-0186
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbus Junction, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Columbus Junction, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | West Liberty, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Riverside, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Riverside, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Riverside, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lone Tree, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Lone Tree, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Letts, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Letts, 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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PCI Academy-Iowa City
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College | 19.9 mi away | 1550 South 1st Avenue, Iowa City, IA, 52240-6083 |
5153372907
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 232 2ND ST, COLUMBUS JUNCTION, IA, 52738 |
(319) 728-7972
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University of Iowa
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College | 21.8 mi away | 101 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, IA, 52242-1316 |
3193353500
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LETTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 125 E IOWA ST, LETTS, IA, 52754 |
(319) 726-5121
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WEST LIBERTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 400 N SPENCER, WEST LIBERTY, IA, 52776 |
(319) 627-2084
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KECK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 119 N 2ND ST, WAPELLO, IA, 52653 |
(319) 523-5261
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MUSSER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 408 E 2ND ST, MUSCATINE, IA, 52761 |
(563) 263-3065
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WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 112 W ASH, WINFIELD, IA, 52659 |
(319) 257-3247
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WASHINGTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 115 W WASHINGTON, WASHINGTON, IA, 52353 |
(319) 653-2726
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KALONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 510 C AVE, KALONA, IA, 52247 |
(319) 656-3501
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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 COLUMBUS JUNCTION, IA US, located 6.7 miles from ZCTA5 52739. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.9° | 10.9° | 20.4° | 1.17" | 9.5" |
| February | 34.3° | 14.0° | 24.1° | 1.94" | 7.1" |
| March | 48.0° | 25.8° | 36.9° | 2.33" | 5.3" |
| April | 61.5° | 37.9° | 49.7° | 3.85" | 1.6" |
| May | 71.5° | 49.5° | 60.5° | 5.41" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 59.2° | 69.6° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.9° | 62.9° | 73.4° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.4° | 60.7° | 71.6° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.3° | 51.5° | 63.9° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.1° | 39.7° | 51.4° | 3.03" | 0.2" |
| November | 48.4° | 26.9° | 37.7° | 2.19" | 1.3" |
| December | 35.2° | 17.2° | 26.2° | 1.94" | 6.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conesville city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fredonia city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Columbus Junction city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Cotter city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Letts city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Columbus City city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 52739. • 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.