Looking for a modular home builder in Dubuque, IA? Describe your project once and up to three modular home builders who work in Dubuque and Dubuque County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Dubuque is home to about 58,987 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−1.2% since 2020). With 1,886 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Rural lots and replacements of older homes here are good fits for modular construction.
Dubuque at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 58,987 (−1.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Iowa
- 11th of 940 cities and towns
- Land area
- 31 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,886 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Dubuque city)
- Main county
- Dubuque County
What to check before hiring in Dubuque
- Code: in Iowa, modular homes are built to the state or local building code.
- Site work: foundation, utilities, crane access and finishes must be in the quote.
- Access: delivery trucks and cranes need road and lot access.
- Price drivers: size, finishes, transport distance and site work.
Useful official resources
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Modular Home Builders Association
Official information and guidance.
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Dubuque
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Modular home
Factory-built modular home delivered and set on a site-built foundation, with finish work.
Frequently asked questions in Dubuque
How much does a modular home cost in Dubuque, IA?
It depends on size, finishes, transport and site work. Describe your project: builders who serve Dubuque reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months from order to move-in.
Can I customize the design?
Most modular builders offer customizable plans.
Which modular home builders will contact me?
Up to three independent modular home builders who serve Dubuque and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.