ZIP Code 52240: Iowa City, Iowa
ZIP code 52240 is assigned to Iowa City, Iowa, and lies within Johnson County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.6355 and longitude -91.5016 (41°38'07.8"N 91°30'05.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 52240
Iowa City, IA has 6 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 52240, they include 52242, 52243, 52244, 52245, 52246.
Across Johnson County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 52245 in Iowa City, IA, about 2.1 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 52240 |
|---|---|
| City | Iowa City |
| County | Johnson County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 41.6355 |
| Longitude | -91.5016 |
| DMS | 41°38'07.8"N 91°30'05.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 52245 (Iowa City, 2.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 52240
Map centered on 41.6355, -91.5016. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Iowa City, IA
Video: Iowa City, IA
Downtown Iowa City Walking Tour — by Iowa Admissions · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 52240
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 52240, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 52240, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Oakdale, IA (5.1 mi west), Hills, IA (5.7 mi south) and Coralville, IA (6.1 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Oakdale, IA – 5.1 mi west
- Hills, IA – 5.7 mi south
- Coralville, IA – 6.1 mi northwest
- North Liberty, IA – 9.3 mi northwest
- West Branch, IA – 10 mi east
- Lone Tree, IA – 10 mi south
- Tiffin, IA – 10 mi northwest
- Riverside, IA – 12 mi south
- Solon, IA – 12 mi north
- West Liberty, IA – 13 mi east
Schools Near Iowa City, IA
If you are moving to ZIP code 52240, check the school district serving Iowa City and Johnson County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Oakdale and Hills can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 52240.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Iowa City. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 52240 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Iowa City, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 52240 may also use facilities in nearby Oakdale, Hills and Coralville.
Shopping and Dining in Iowa City
For places to eat and shop near Iowa City, IA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 52240.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Iowa City, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 52240.
To research local history, try searching for Johnson County records and archives along with the name Iowa City.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 52240, Oakdale lies about 5.1 mi to the west, Hills lies about 5.7 mi to the south, Coralville lies about 6.1 mi to the northwest, North Liberty lies about 9.3 mi to the northwest and West Branch lies about 10 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Iowa City show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 52240
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“IowaCityIA JAmesMcCollisterFarmstead”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Downtown Iowa City Walking Tour” by Iowa Admissions, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 52240 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.