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ZIP Code 51029

Cherokee, Iowa

FIPS 51029

Juniper

ZIP Code 51029 is in the bottom 29% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

80.5

Higher than 71% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

261

Median Age

55

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

82.3

Winter Avg Low (°F)

10.4

Avg Temperature (°F)

46.7

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

16.7

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

164.8

Annual Precipitation (in)

31.2

Annual Snowfall (in)

37.8

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

80.5

Higher than 71%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 51029: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 51029?
ZIP Code 51029 averages 46.7°F year-round, summer highs near 82.3°F, winter lows around 10.4°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 37.8 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 51029 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 51029's FEMA National Risk Index score is 80.5 (higher than 71% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is hail.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →