52556 — Fairfield, IA Home Values
Typical home value $185,963 as of June 2026 · 5th of 8 in Fairfield, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 52556, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 52556 compares in the Fairfield, IA area
ZIP code 52556 (Fairfield, IA) has a typical home value of $185,963 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Fairfield, IA area, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.0%, from $150,010 in June 2021 to $185,963 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 21.4× the annual rent ($724/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
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 52556 has a population of 11,586, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 81.6% White, 6.6% Asian, 5.5% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% two or more races, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield High School | 605 E Broadway, Fairfield, IA | 1.8 mi |
| Washington Elementary | 406 East Madison Avenue, Fairfield, IA | 2.2 mi |
| Pence Elementary | 1000 South 6th Street, Fairfield, IA | 2.9 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 52556?
$185,963 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 52556 an expensive ZIP code in the Fairfield, IA area?
52556 ranks 5th of 8 ZIP codes in the Fairfield, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 52556 changed over the past year?
+4.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 52556?
The typical home price is 21.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($724/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 52556?
11,586, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 52556?
Fairfield High School (1.8 mi), Washington Elementary (2.2 mi), Pence Elementary (2.9 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 52556?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 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.