Fort Dodge

IA

Webster County, Iowa

Population 37K |Median income $68,975 |1 hospital

Population
36,886
Webster County
Median Income
$68,975
Near average
Median Home Value
$153,800
-32% vs avg
Median Age
39.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
37K-2%
Median Income
$68,975+66%
Median Home Value
$153,800+82%
Poverty Rate
12.9%-18%
Unemployment
4.8%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$785/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22%
Work From Home 4.6%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 86.2%
African American 3.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.2%
High Blood Pressure
36.9%
Short Sleep Duration
36.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.6%
Binge Drinking
20.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Diabetes
11.8%
Current Asthma
10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.1%
Annual Checkup 77.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
FORT DODGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Fort Dodge Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 · 35m 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 Fort Dodge, IA? ▼
Fort Dodge, IA has a population of 36,886 people, located in Webster County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Fort Dodge? ▼
The median household income in Fort Dodge, IA is $68,975 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in Fort Dodge? ▼
The median home value in Fort Dodge, IA is $153,800. Median rent is $785/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Dodge? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Dodge include Obesity (41.2%), High Blood Pressure (36.9%), Short Sleep Duration (36.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Fort Dodge? ▼
Fort Dodge has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Fort Dodge? ▼
The median age in Fort Dodge, IA is 39.7 years. 22% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Dodge, IA is located in Webster County, Iowa. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $68,975, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Dodge 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 (Webster 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.