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ZIP Code 52543

Mahaska, Iowa

FIPS 52543

Juniper

ZIP Code 52543 is in the 57th percentile nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

71.2

Higher than 57% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

541

Median Age

30.7

Home values & property tax

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Median Property Tax

$2,565

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

84

Winter Avg Low (°F)

17.2

Avg Temperature (°F)

50.7

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

19.2

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

130.5

Annual Precipitation (in)

37

Annual Snowfall (in)

23.6

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

71.2

Higher than 57%

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 52543: frequently asked questions

How much is property tax in ZIP Code 52543?
The median annual property tax in ZIP Code 52543 is $2,565.
What is the weather like in ZIP Code 52543?
ZIP Code 52543 averages 50.7°F year-round, summer highs near 84°F, winter lows around 17.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 23.6 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 52543 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 52543's FEMA National Risk Index score is 71.2 (higher than 57% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is tornado.

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