ZIP Code 52404: Population, Income, Housing

State: IA

Total population: 42,958 Household income: $61,870 Rent: $916

Overview

Total population

42,958

Rent

$916

Year built

1983

Household income

$61,870

Per capita income

$34,126

Poverty rate

12.5%

Unemployment rate

N/A

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

40.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Iowa

County

Linn County

City

Cedar Rapids

Total population

42,958

Adults over 25

28,340

Total households

18,170

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$61,870

Per capita income

$34,126

Poverty rate

12.5%

Unemployment rate

N/A

Rent over 30% of income

40.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Housing

Rent

$916

Year built

1983

Households that rent

33.9%

Households that own

66.1%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.1

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Race

White

75.1%

Black

12%

Asian

Two or more races

10%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

6.6%

Not Hispanic or Latino

93.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Commute

Commute rate

20,649 (88.4%)

Commute time to work

20 mins

Work from home

2,701 (11.6%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Education

Less than high school

29%

High school graduate or GED

34.9%

Some college or associate degree

13%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

23.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Comparison of ZIP Code 52404 with: Linn County, IA Cedar Rapids, IA Cedar Rapids metro area, IA Iowa United States

ZIP 52404

Total population42,958

Rent$916

Year built1983

Household income$61,870

Per capita income$34,126

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rateN/A

Linn County, IA

Total population230,004

Rent$945

Year built1978

Household income$77,649

Per capita income$43,820

Poverty rate9.4%

Unemployment rate3.2%

Cedar Rapids, IA

Total population137,264

Rent$967

Year built1974

Household income$70,424

Per capita income$41,256

Poverty rate10.8%

Unemployment rate3.2%

Cedar Rapids Metro Area, IA

Total population276,624

Rent$928

Year built1976

Household income$78,080

Per capita income$43,062

Poverty rate9.4%

Unemployment rate3.4%

Iowa State

Total population3,210,507

Rent$972

Year built1972

Household income$75,059

Per capita income$40,877

Poverty rate11.1%

Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	ZIP52404	CountyLinn, IA	CityCedar Rapids, IA	Metro AreaCedar Rapids metro area, IA	StateIowa	CountryUnited States
Total population	42,958	230,004	137,264	276,624	3,210,507	334,922,499
Rent	$916	$945	$967	$928	$972	$1,413
Year built	1983	1978	1974	1976	1972	1980
Household income	$61,870	$77,649	$70,424	$78,080	$75,059	$80,734
Per capita income	$34,126	$43,820	$41,256	$43,062	$40,877	$44,673
Poverty rate	12.5%	9.4%	10.8%	9.4%	11.1%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	N/A	3.2%	3.2%	3.4%	3%	4%

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Summary for 52404

Rent & Income

In 52404, the typical monthly rent is $916 and the typical household income is $61,870. Rent here is lower than in both Cedar Rapids and Iowa, and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 12.5%, which is higher than in both Cedar Rapids and Iowa.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 33.9% of households. About 40.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 23.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

ZIP 52404 — Rent vs Household Income

ZIP 52404 — Poverty

How ZIP 52404 compares in Iowa (22 ZIP Codes)

Metric	This ZIP	Rank	Starts from	State range
Rent	$916	3 / 22	from lower rent	$850 – $1,393
Household income	$61,870	16 / 22	from higher income	$52,960 – $117,826
Poverty rate	12.5%	11 / 22	from lower poverty	3.9% – 29.2%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Iowa with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 52404

Rent

For rent, this ZIP is positioned 3rd out of 22 ZIP Codes in Iowa. In Iowa as a whole, the range goes from $850 in ZIP 50701 up to $1,393 in ZIP 50021.

Household income

For household income, ZIP Code 52404 ranks 16th out of 22 ZIP Codes. Statewide, values range from $52,960 in ZIP 52240 up to $117,826 in ZIP 50023.

Poverty rate

For poverty levels, this ZIP is positioned 11th out of 22 ZIP Codes. Across Iowa, figures vary from 3.9% in ZIP 50021 up to 29.2% in ZIP 50014.

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 52404 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $916 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 52404

Annual Household Income: $61,870

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 52404

Estimated Rate: 12.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 52404

In ZIP Code 52404, households that rent: 6,157 (33.9%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	6,157	33.9%
Owner-Occupied	12,013	66.1%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 52404

In ZIP Code 52404, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,511 (40.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	2,511	40.8%
Other renter households	3,646	59.2%
Total renter households	6,157	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 52404

Less than High School: 8,218 people (29%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 9,900 people (34.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,687 people (13%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 6,535 people (23.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 28,340

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.