Cedar Falls

IA

Black Hawk County, Iowa

Population 131K |Median income $66,417 |3 hospitals

Population
131,049
Black Hawk County
Median Income
$66,417
Near average
Median Home Value
$188,900
-17% vs avg
Median Age
35.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
131K-0%
Median Income
$66,417+45%
Median Home Value
$188,900+53%
Poverty Rate
14.9%-12%
Unemployment
4.6%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$989/mo
Poverty Rate
14.9% +5% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.3%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 79.5%
African American 9.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%
Asian 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.4%
Short Sleep Duration
34.7%
High Blood Pressure
33.9%
Physical Inactivity
23.6%
Binge Drinking
20.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
Current Smoking
15.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
11.6%
Current Asthma
10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.7%
Dental Visit 64%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
MERCYONE WATERLOO MEDICAL CENTER
WATERLOO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ALLEN HOSPITAL
WATERLOO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Cedar Falls Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Cedar Falls, IA? ▼
Cedar Falls, IA has a population of 131,049 people, located in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Cedar Falls? ▼
The median household income in Cedar Falls, IA is $66,417 per year. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
What is the median home value in Cedar Falls? ▼
The median home value in Cedar Falls, IA is $188,900. Median rent is $989/month.
What are the top health concerns in Cedar Falls? ▼
The top health indicators in Cedar Falls include Obesity (40.4%), Short Sleep Duration (34.7%), High Blood Pressure (33.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Cedar Falls? ▼
Cedar Falls has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Cedar Falls? ▼
The median age in Cedar Falls, IA is 35.7 years. 30.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cedar Falls, IA is located in Black Hawk County, Iowa. With a population of 131K and a median household income of $66,417, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cedar Falls area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Black Hawk County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.