Fort Madison

IA

Lee County, Iowa

Population 33K |Median income $62,382

Population
32,893
Lee County
Median Income
$62,382
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$141,400
-38% vs avg
Median Age
43.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
33K-8%
Median Income
$62,382+47%
Median Home Value
$141,400+70%
Poverty Rate
13.1%-13%
Unemployment
4.4%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$835/mo
Poverty Rate
13.1% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.7%
Work From Home 6.1%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 91.1%
African American 2.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
37.7%
Obesity
37.6%
Short Sleep Duration
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
28.1%
Binge Drinking
18.1%
Current Smoking
17.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Diabetes
12.9%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.2%
Dental Visit 63.5%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
8%
Lack of Health Insurance
7.4%
Stroke
4%

Alerts & News — Fort Madison 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 · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 5

What is the population of Fort Madison, IA? ▼
Fort Madison, IA has a population of 32,893 people, located in Lee County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Fort Madison? ▼
The median household income in Fort Madison, IA is $62,382 per year. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
What is the median home value in Fort Madison? ▼
The median home value in Fort Madison, IA is $141,400. Median rent is $835/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Madison? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Madison include High Blood Pressure (37.7%), Obesity (37.6%), Short Sleep Duration (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Fort Madison? ▼
The median age in Fort Madison, IA is 43.6 years. 21.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Madison, IA is located in Lee County, Iowa. With a population of 33K and a median household income of $62,382, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Safety alerts for the Fort Madison 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 (Lee 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.