Interactive charts load automatically as you scroll. Hover for data, click to explore trends, and use the menu to export.

Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 52053 has 1,120 residents and 404 households (average 2.77 persons per household). The median age is 40.4 years, slightly older than the state (38.6) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.5% male and 48.5% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (97.4%, much higher than the state average of 84.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	1,120Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	1,148Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	1,099Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	19.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$83,000Source: Census ACS

Households:	404Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$251,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.77Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.94Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Line chart of ZIP 52053 population estimates from 2011-2024, with markers for the 2010 and 2020 Decennial Census counts to show growth or decline over time. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	985	886	983	1,053	1,051	1,033	1,046	1,132	982	941	1,222	1,317	1,160	1,148
Decennial Census	1,163	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	1,120	--	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 40.4

Male Median Age: 40.8

Female Median Age: 39.8

Line chart for ZIP 52053 showing total, male, and female population by age group. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	35	39	40	39	34	34	38	23	33	36	45	63	30	37	15	13	16	7
Female	46	49	41	36	23	29	28	21	24	28	42	39	27	43	25	12	18	12
Total	81	88	81	75	57	63	66	44	57	64	87	102	57	80	40	25	34	19

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Population by Race

Pie chart of the racial and ethnic makeup of ZIP 52053. Table below includes counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

White:	1,091	98.55%
Black:	0	0%
Hispanic:*	14	1.26%
Asian:	1	0.09%
American Indian:	1	0.09%
Hawaiian:	0	0%
Other:	0	0%
Total:	1,107	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Gender Breakdown

Simple chart showing male vs female share of the population in ZIP Code 52053. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	577	51.52%	40.8 years
Females:	543	48.48%	39.8 years
Total:	1,120	100%	40.4 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

Pie chart showing nativity in ZIP 52053. Categories include native residents (born in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Island Areas, or abroad to American parents) and foreign-born residents. A table below lists counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Native, born in the United States:	1,140	99.30%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	0	0.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	3	0.26%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	5	0.70%
Total Population:	1,148	100%
Total Native Population:	1,140	99.30%
Total Foreign-born Population:	8	0.70%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2024, the Median household income is $83,000, which is modestly greater than the national median ($80,734), is up $39,429 (90.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,286. Family households earn a median of $120,573 versus $42,434 for nonfamily households (a difference of $78,139). By gender, male median income is $61,964 and female is $52,083, which is lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $9,881 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 73.6%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (30.2%).

Explore More:Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Line chart showing median income in ZIP 52053 from 2011-2024 for five series: household, family, nonfamily, male, and female. The table below lists the yearly values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$43,571	$46,786	$48,750	$52,024	$57,708	$71,250	$69,500	$74,750	$75,714	$74,773	$92,000	$114,265	$103,250	$83,000
Median Family Income	$53,207	$55,972	$55,417	$63,563	$64,688	$80,313	$82,574	$86,250	$89,464	$92,500	$104,551	$116,821	$120,431	$120,573
Median NonFamily Income	$37,679	$37,917	$32,500	$35,179	$36,389	$28,393	$30,139	$31,563	$31,544	$30,000	$26,389	$29,531	$29,583	$42,434
Median Male Income	$33,512	$41,726	$44,655	$48,594	$50,396	$51,090	$53,487	$54,333	$56,607	$59,750	$62,375	$70,474	$66,375	$61,964
Median Female Income	$25,714	$28,295	$30,625	$33,750	$35,417	$35,600	$36,394	$39,063	$40,921	$40,625	$42,534	$45,972	$51,389	$52,083

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

Bar chart showing average household income comparing ZIP 52053, city of Holy Cross, Dubuque County, state of Iowa, and United States national values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Employment Status

Pie chart of employment status for ZIP 52053, showing the shares who are employed, unemployed, and not in the labor force. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Employed:	716	72.10%
Unemployed:	15	1.51%
Not In Labor Force:	262	26.38%
Total:	993	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Donut Chart showing the distribution of employed civilians aged 16 and over by occupation category: management, service, sales and office, natural resources and construction, and production and transportation. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Management, business, science, and arts:	176	24.58%
Service:	146	20.39%
Sales and Office:	134	18.72%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	44	6.15%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	216	30.17%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	716	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2024, the median home value is $251,900, which is far less than the national median ($332,700), is up $132,900 (111.68%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $93,100. The median gross rent is $682, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $219 (47.30%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $215. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.57% (56.20% with a mortgage, 43.80% free-and-clear) and renters 21.43% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 0.00%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.12%).

Explore More:Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Bar chart showing the median home value for ZIP 52053, compared with Holy Cross, Dubuque County, state of Iowa, and the U.S. National Average. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

Line chart showing median home values for ZIP 52053 across years 2011-2024 using ACS 5-year estimates. The chart displays the typical dollar value of owner-occupied housing units. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$119,000	$116,900	$121,600	$128,400	$131,700	$142,000	$155,600	$152,000	$158,800	$165,300	$178,600	$225,000	$281,600	$251,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

Pie chart of gross rent for renter-occupied homes in ZIP 52053, showing monthly rent brackets and the share of units in each range. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Less than $500:	10	10.10%
$500 to $999:	52	52.53%
$1,000 to $1,499:	13	13.13%
$1,500 to $1,999:	23	23.23%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	1	1.01%
Total:	99	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Line chart displaying median gross rent for ZIP 52053 over the years 2011-2024 using ACS 5-year estimates. The chart represents typical monthly housing costs for renter households. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$463	$350	$383	$391	$413	$400	$419	$472	$467	$479	$0	$0	$635	$682

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

Pie chart showing housing occupancy for ZIP 52053. Categories include owner-occupied units with a mortgage, owner-occupied units free and clear, and renter-occupied units. A table below lists counts and percentages. Vacant housing units are shown separately in the Vacancy chart. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	204	44.16%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	159	34.42%
Renter Occupied:	99	21.43%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	462	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	462	100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	0	0.00%
Total Housing Units:	462	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Pie chart showing housing type distribution for ZIP 52053. Categories include single-family units (detached or attached), multi-family units (from 2 units up to 50 or more units), and other structures such as mobile homes or boats/RVs. A table below lists counts and percentages for each group.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Single-Family Units:	420	90.91%
Multi-Family Units:	37	8.01%
Other Units:	5	1.08%
Total Housing Units:	462	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 18.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 91.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 1.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 13.90 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.60 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (50.37%). College enrollment is 50.37%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

Explore More:Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Pie chart of educational attainment for adults (25+) in ZIP 52053, including each level from less than 9th grade to graduate/professional. Summary rows show high school or higher and bachelor's or higher. A table lists counts and percentages.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Less than 9th grade:	24	3.03%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	46	5.81%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	388	48.99%
Some college, no degree:	88	11.11%
Associate's degree:	97	12.25%
Bachelor's degree:	82	10.35%
Graduate or professional degree:	67	8.46%
Total:	792	100%
High school or higher:	722	91.16%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	149	18.81%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Pie chart illustrating health insurance coverage by type for ZIP Code 52053. Categories include private insurance, public coverage such as Medicare and Medicaid, and individuals with no health insurance. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Private Insurance:	907	66.01%
Public Insurance:	414	30.13%
No Insurance:	53	3.86%
Total:	1,374	100%
Has Health Insurance:	1,321	96.14%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

Line chart displaying the share of families and people in ZIP 52053 whose income falls below the federal poverty threshold, using ACS 5-year estimates from 2011 through 2024. The chart shows year-to-year changes in the percentage of people in poverty. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	14.5%	18.1%	16.5%	13.5%	11.7%	4.7%	3.0%	2.6%	0.0%	0.7%	0.5%	0.6%	0.6%	1.0%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Pie Chart showing enrollment of residents ages 3 and older in Nursery School or Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary (grades 1-8), High School (grades 9-12), and College or Graduate School. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well.Load Chart Manually (if needed)

Nursery School, Preschool:	10	3.70%
Kindergarten:	11	4.07%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	66	24.44%
High school (grades 9-12):	47	17.41%
College or graduate school:	136	50.37%
Total:	270	100%
Early Childhood:	21	7.78%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	124	45.93%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Holy Cross, Iowa
Counties:	Dubuque County[Primary] Clayton County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	7:17:41 AM
Population:	1,120 [See All]
Area Code:	563
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	42.6125, -90.9651
Land Area:	58.463 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/52053/zip-code-52053.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	397Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	8Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	1,063Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	378Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	19Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$494,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$2,295,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	68Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Dubuque, IASource: Census
CBSA Number:	20220Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	93,653Source: Census
MSA:	Dubuque, IA MSASource: Census
Land Area:	58.463 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	12261.92 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	1936885Source: Census
Place Name:	Holy Cross city; IowaSource: Census

ZIP Code 52053 in Holy Cross, IA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 52053

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 52053

Sources & References