52540 — Washington, IA Home Values
Typical home value $168,690 as of August 2026 · 6th of 8 in Fairfield, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 52540, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 52540 compares in the Fairfield, IA area
ZIP code 52540 (Washington, IA) has a typical home value of $168,690 as of August 2026, ranking 6th of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Fairfield, IA area, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +7.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +29.1%, from $130,690 in August 2021 to $168,690 in August 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Fairfield, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Fairfield.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 52540 has a population of 1,102, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96% White, 2.4% two or more races, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.3% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| WACO High School | 706 N Pearl, Wayland, IA | 8.5 mi |
| Washington High School | 1111 S. Ave. B, Washington, IA | 11.2 mi |
| Lincoln Upper Elementary School | 606 S 4th Ave, Washington, IA | 11.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 52540?
$168,690 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 52540 an expensive ZIP code in the Fairfield, IA area?
52540 ranks 6th of 8 ZIP codes in the Fairfield, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 52540 changed over the past year?
+7.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 52540?
1,102, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 52540?
WACO High School (8.5 mi), Washington High School (11.2 mi), Lincoln Upper Elementary School (11.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 52540?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Fairfield, IA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.