Indianola

Warren County, Iowa

Population 54K |Median income $94,588

Population

54,409

Warren County

Median Income

$94,588

+39% vs avg

Median Home Value

$269,600

+18% vs avg

Median Age

38.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

54K+17%

Median Income

$94,588+51%

Median Home Value

$269,600+75%

Poverty Rate

5.1%-30%

Unemployment

3.4%-38%

Economics

Median Rent

$973/mo

Poverty Rate

5.1% -64% vs avg

Unemployment 3.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 33.3%

Work From Home 15.3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 93%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

African American 0.7%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.7%

Short Sleep Duration

32.6%

High Blood Pressure

32.3%

Physical Inactivity

21.8%

Binge Drinking

21.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.4%

Current Smoking

12.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.4%

Current Asthma

9.7%

Diabetes

9.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.6%

Annual Checkup 77.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

5.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.6%

Stroke

2.8%

Alerts & News — Indianola 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 Indianola, IA? ▼

Indianola, IA has a population of 54,409 people, located in Warren County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Indianola? ▼

The median household income in Indianola, IA is $94,588 per year. The poverty rate is 5.1%.

What is the median home value in Indianola? ▼

The median home value in Indianola, IA is $269,600. Median rent is $973/month.

What are the top health concerns in Indianola? ▼

The top health indicators in Indianola include Obesity (38.7%), Short Sleep Duration (32.6%), High Blood Pressure (32.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

What is the median age in Indianola? ▼

The median age in Indianola, IA is 38.8 years. 33.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Indianola, IA is located in Warren County, Iowa. With a population of 54K and a median household income of $94,588, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Indianola 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 (Warren 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.