Council Bluffs

IA

Pottawattamie County, Iowa

Population 93K |Median income $73,602 |2 hospitals

Population
93,424
Pottawattamie County
Median Income
$73,602
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$195,700
-14% vs avg
Median Age
40.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
93K+0%
Median Income
$73,602+43%
Median Home Value
$195,700+55%
Poverty Rate
12.1%-12%
Unemployment
3.8%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Poverty Rate
12.1% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 3.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.6%
Work From Home 9.8%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 87.5%
African American 1.9%
Asian 0.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.1%
High Blood Pressure
35.3%
Short Sleep Duration
34.5%
Physical Inactivity
27.4%
Binge Drinking
20.4%
Current Smoking
17%
Frequent Mental Distress
17%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
11.7%
Current Asthma
10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.3%
Dental Visit 62.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
METHODIST JENNIE EDMUNDSON
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Alerts & News — Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs, IA? ▼
Council Bluffs, IA has a population of 93,424 people, located in Pottawattamie County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Council Bluffs? ▼
The median household income in Council Bluffs, IA is $73,602 per year. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
What is the median home value in Council Bluffs? ▼
The median home value in Council Bluffs, IA is $195,700. Median rent is $1,018/month.
What are the top health concerns in Council Bluffs? ▼
The top health indicators in Council Bluffs include Obesity (39.1%), High Blood Pressure (35.3%), Short Sleep Duration (34.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Council Bluffs? ▼
Council Bluffs has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Council Bluffs? ▼
The median age in Council Bluffs, IA is 40.1 years. 23.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Council Bluffs, IA is located in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. With a population of 93K and a median household income of $73,602, 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 Council Bluffs 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 (Pottawattamie 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.