52302 ZIP Code — Marion, IA
Linn County, Iowa
ZIP code 52302 is located in Marion, Iowa, within Linn County. It covers approximately 74.34 square miles and serves a population of 42,803 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Central (CT) timezone, served by area code 319.
About ZIP code 52302
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 2000s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $211,000. Owner-occupancy is high at 78%, well above the national average.
Median household income is $82,242. The poverty rate of 7% is below the national average. 31% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 19 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 37% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Overall, ZIP code 52302 reflects a community defined by high homeownership and a significant Social Security-dependent population.
42,803
population
74.34
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Central (CT)
timezone
52302 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 52302
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 52302. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Marion | Acceptable |
| Marion | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
52402 Cedar Rapids (4.7 mi)
52497 Cedar Rapids (4.8 mi)
52498 Cedar Rapids (4.8 mi)
52499 Cedar Rapids (4.8 mi)
52233 Hiawatha (5.3 mi)
52403 Cedar Rapids (6 mi)
52401 Cedar Rapids (7 mi)
52336 Springville (7.2 mi)
52202 Alburnett (7.6 mi)
52411 Cedar Rapids (7.9 mi)
52214 Central City (9.4 mi)
52405 Cedar Rapids (10 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 42,803 |
| Population density | 576 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 19 |
| County FIPS | 113 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 74.34 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.04 sq mi |
| Latitude | 42.0605 |
| Longitude | -91.5833 |
| Timezone | Central (CT) |
| Area code | 319 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 32.6% | 36.3% | 40.1% |
| $50k – $100k | 32.8% | 33.7% | 33.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 26.6% | 23.6% | 21.5% |
| Over $200k | 8.0% | 6.4% | 5.0% |
Demographics & statistics
42,803
Population
576
People per sq mi
39.8
Median age
$82,242
Median household income
$42,708
Per capita income
$211,000
Median home value
$897
Median monthly rent
78.4%
Home ownership
7.2%
Poverty rate
3.9%
Unemployment
14,324
Housing units
37.4%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,402
Under 5
1,502
1,597
5–9
1,711
1,308
10–14
1,401
1,058
15–19
1,135
790
20–24
847
2,793
25–34
2,994
3,053
35–44
3,272
2,536
45–54
2,719
1,136
55–59
1,218
1,283
60–64
1,375
2,080
65–74
2,230
1,184
75–84
1,269
439
85+
471
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10,551 | 24.7% |
| 18 and over | 32,252 | 75.3% |
| 65 and over | 7,673 | 17.9% |
| Median age | 39.8 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
89.3%
Two or more races
3.9%
Black or African American
2.4%
Hispanic or Latino
2%
Asian
1.6%
Other race
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 38,989 | 89.3% |
| Two or more races | 1,693 | 3.9% |
| Black or African American | 1,055 | 2.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 879 | 2% |
| Asian | 702 | 1.6% |
| Other race | 194 | 0.4% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 149 | 0.3% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 32.6% | 36.3% | 40.1% |
| $50k – $100k | 32.8% | 33.7% | 33.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 26.6% | 23.6% | 21.5% |
| Over $200k | 8.0% | 6.4% | 5.0% |
Under $10k
1.7%
$10k–$15k
2.9%
$15k–$25k
6.5%
$25k–$35k
5.4%
$35k–$50k
11.3%
$50k–$75k
16.3%
$75k–$100k
15.1%
$100k–$150k
20.4%
$150k–$200k
10.1%
$200k+
10.4%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 1.7% |
| $10k–$15k | 2.9% |
| $15k–$25k | 6.5% |
| $25k–$35k | 5.4% |
| $35k–$50k | 11.3% |
| $50k–$75k | 16.3% |
| $75k–$100k | 15.1% |
| $100k–$150k | 20.4% |
| $150k–$200k | 10.1% |
| $200k+ | 10.4% |
| Median income | $82,242 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
5.0%
$50k–$100k
3.4%
$100k–$150k
16.5%
$150k–$200k
21.7%
$200k–$300k
30.6%
$300k–$500k
19.0%
$500k–$1M
3.6%
$1M+
0.3%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $211,000 |
| Median rent / month | $897 |
| Owner occupied | 78.4% |
| Renter occupied | 21.6% |
| Vacant | 4.0% |
| Single-family detached | 66.9% |
| Large apartment buildings | 4.4% |
| Mobile homes | 4.4% |
| Median rooms | 6.4 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.58 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 1.0% |
| 2010–2019 | 16.1% |
| 2000–2009 | 18.2% |
| 1990–1999 | 14.9% |
| 1980–1989 | 9.2% |
| 1970–1979 | 11.0% |
| 1960–1969 | 11.9% |
| 1950–1959 | 6.6% |
| 1940–1949 | 1.8% |
| 1939 or earlier | 9.3% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 1.6% |
| 1 bedroom | 6.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | 19.9% |
| 3 bedrooms | 43.6% |
| 4 bedrooms | 20.4% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.7% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.8% |
| 1 vehicle | 30.9% |
| 2 vehicles | 43.5% |
| 3 or more | 21.9% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 79.0% |
| Electricity | 16.7% |
| Propane / LP gas | 2.8% |
| Fuel oil | 0.2% |
| No fuel used | 0.5% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 9,194 | 53.0% |
| Cohabiting couple | 1,159 | 6.7% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,751 | 15.9% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 4,240 | 24.4% |
| Households with children under 18 | 5,557 | 32.0% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 5,149 | 29.7% |
| Average household size | 2.45 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 27.2% | 21.9% |
| Married | 59.2% | 52.8% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 10.4% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
0.9%
Some HS, no diploma
2.4%
HS graduate
25.8%
Some college, no degree
18.5%
Associate's degree
15.1%
Bachelor's degree
27.0%
Graduate / professional
10.4%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 96.8% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 37.4% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 990 | 9.4% |
| Kindergarten | 419 | 4.0% |
| Elementary school | 5,151 | 49.1% |
| High school | 1,966 | 18.7% |
| College / grad school | 1,967 | 18.7% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
21.7%
Manufacturing
16.4%
Retail trade
12.5%
Professional & management
10.6%
Finance & real estate
9.2%
Arts, food & hospitality
7.4%
Construction
5.0%
Transportation & utilities
4.6%
Other services
3.4%
Public administration
3.1%
Agriculture & mining
2.1%
Wholesale trade
2.0%
Information
1.9%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 44.7% |
| Service | 14.3% |
| Sales & office | 21.8% |
| Natural resources & construction | 5.6% |
| Production & transportation | 13.5% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 81.2% |
| Government | 11.4% |
| Self-employed | 6.8% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.6% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 78.1% |
| Carpool | 5.7% |
| Public transit | 0.6% |
| Walk | 1.0% |
| Work from home | 13.5% |
| Other means | 1.1% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 19.1 |
Poverty
All people
7.2%
Under 18 years
8.0%
18 and over
7.0%
Married-couple families
3.2%
Female-led households
26.2%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 30.5% |
| Retirement income | 26.5% |
| Supplemental Security | 3.7% |
| Cash public assistance | 1.2% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 6.7% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| High blood pressure | 30.1% |
| High cholesterol | 30.8% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart disease | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| Arthritis | 22.5% |
| Kidney disease | 2.4% |
| Pulmonary disease | 5.2% |
| Cancer | 6.5% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 13.8% |
| Binge drinking | 22.5% |
| No physical activity | 18.4% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 29.8% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Fair or poor health | 10.0% |
| Poor mental health | 13.0% |
| Poor physical health | 7.9% |
| No health insurance | 7.4% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 77.2% |
| Visited dentist | 72.4% |
| Cholesterol screening | 89.2% |
| Teeth loss | 9.3% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 2,121 | 6.6% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 11.7% |
| Under 18 | 7.5% |
| 18–64 years | 8.1% |
| 65 and over | 29.5% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 77.2% |
| Public insurance | 33.4% |
| No insurance | 3.2% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 2.1% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 39,899 | 93.2% |
| Spanish | 420 | 1.1% |
| Other Indo-European | 121 | 0.3% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 176 | 0.4% |
| Other languages | 95 | 0.2% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 41,576 | 97.1% |
| Born in same state | 41,444 | 96.8% |
| Born in different state | 31,958 | 74.7% |
| Foreign born | 132 | 0.3% |
| Naturalized citizen | 1,227 | 2.9% |
| Not a US citizen | 664 | 54.1% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 6,100 | 14.3% |
| French | 5,087 | 11.9% |
| Polish | 2,871 | 6.7% |
| Arab | 1,669 | 3.9% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 1,105 | 2.6% |
| Dutch | 693 | 1.6% |
| Irish | 92 | 0.2% |
| German | 79 | 0.2% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 40.5% |
| Internet access | 95.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 52302
What city is ZIP code 52302 in?
ZIP code 52302 is primarily assigned to Marion, Iowa.
What county is ZIP code 52302 in?
ZIP code 52302 falls within Linn County, Iowa.
What is the population of ZIP code 52302?
ZIP code 52302 has an estimated population of 42,803 residents, with a density of 576 people per square mile.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 52302?
The median home value in ZIP code 52302 is $211,000.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 52302?
The median household income in ZIP code 52302 is $82,242, above the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 52302 in?
ZIP code 52302 observes the CST timezone.