Muscatine

IA

Muscatine County, Iowa

Population 43K |Median income $69,396 |1 hospital

Population
42,559
Muscatine County
Median Income
$69,396
Near average
Median Home Value
$182,100
-20% vs avg
Median Age
39.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
43K-1%
Median Income
$69,396+35%
Median Home Value
$182,100+46%
Poverty Rate
13.7%-5%
Unemployment
3.2%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$971/mo
Poverty Rate
13.7% -4% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.1%
Work From Home 6.4%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 80.6%
African American 2.3%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.4%
High Blood Pressure
35.4%
Short Sleep Duration
33.5%
Physical Inactivity
29.3%
Binge Drinking
20.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
Current Smoking
15.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
12.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
10%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.2%
Annual Checkup 76.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
TRINITY MUSCATINE
MUSCATINE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Muscatine 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 Muscatine, IA? ▼
Muscatine, IA has a population of 42,559 people, located in Muscatine County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Muscatine? ▼
The median household income in Muscatine, IA is $69,396 per year. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
What is the median home value in Muscatine? ▼
The median home value in Muscatine, IA is $182,100. Median rent is $971/month.
What are the top health concerns in Muscatine? ▼
The top health indicators in Muscatine include Obesity (41.4%), High Blood Pressure (35.4%), Short Sleep Duration (33.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Muscatine? ▼
Muscatine has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Muscatine? ▼
The median age in Muscatine, IA is 39.6 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Muscatine, IA is located in Muscatine County, Iowa. With a population of 43K and a median household income of $69,396, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Muscatine 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 (Muscatine 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.