Cedar Rapids

IA

Linn County, Iowa

Population 230K |Median income $77,649 |2 hospitals

Population
230,004
Linn County
Median Income
$77,649
+14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$214,300
-6% vs avg
Median Age
39
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
230K+8%
Median Income
$77,649+36%
Median Home Value
$214,300+49%
Poverty Rate
9.4%-3%
Unemployment
3.4%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$945/mo
Poverty Rate
9.4% -34% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.7%
Work From Home 14.7%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 83.6%
African American 6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
Asian 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.4%
High Blood Pressure
31.3%
Short Sleep Duration
30.9%
Physical Inactivity
22.6%
Binge Drinking
20.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
Current Smoking
13.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
11.2%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78%
Dental Visit 68.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
ST LUKES HOSPITAL
CEDAR RAPIDS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER - CEDAR RAPIDS
CEDAR RAPIDS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Cedar Rapids 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 Rapids, IA? ▼
Cedar Rapids, IA has a population of 230,004 people, located in Linn County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Cedar Rapids? ▼
The median household income in Cedar Rapids, IA is $77,649 per year. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
What is the median home value in Cedar Rapids? ▼
The median home value in Cedar Rapids, IA is $214,300. Median rent is $945/month.
What are the top health concerns in Cedar Rapids? ▼
The top health indicators in Cedar Rapids include Obesity (35.4%), High Blood Pressure (31.3%), Short Sleep Duration (30.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Cedar Rapids? ▼
Cedar Rapids has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Cedar Rapids? ▼
The median age in Cedar Rapids, IA is 39 years. 34.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cedar Rapids, IA is located in Linn County, Iowa. With a population of 230K and a median household income of $77,649, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cedar Rapids 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 (Linn 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.