Pella

Marion County, Iowa

Population 34K |Median income $78,680 |2 hospitals

Population

33,642

Marion County

Median Income

$78,680

+16% vs avg

Median Home Value

$233,000

Near average

Median Age

39.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

34K+1%

Median Income

$78,680+44%

Median Home Value

$233,000+77%

Poverty Rate

8.2%-11%

Unemployment

2.2%-50%

Economics

Median Rent

$884/mo

Poverty Rate

8.2% -42% vs avg

Unemployment 2.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 32.1%

Work From Home 10.2%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 94.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%

Asian 1.4%

African American 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

39.4%

High Blood Pressure

34.5%

Short Sleep Duration

28.2%

Physical Inactivity

22.6%

Binge Drinking

20.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.7%

Current Smoking

13.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

12%

Diabetes

10.5%

Current Asthma

9.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 72.3%

Annual Checkup 78.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

6.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

5.9%

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

PELLA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

PELLA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Pella 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 6

What is the population of Pella, IA? ▼

Pella, IA has a population of 33,642 people, located in Marion County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Pella? ▼

The median household income in Pella, IA is $78,680 per year. The poverty rate is 8.2%.

What is the median home value in Pella? ▼

The median home value in Pella, IA is $233,000. Median rent is $884/month.

What are the top health concerns in Pella? ▼

The top health indicators in Pella include Obesity (39.4%), High Blood Pressure (34.5%), Short Sleep Duration (28.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Pella? ▼

Pella has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Pella? ▼

The median age in Pella, IA is 39.9 years. 32.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pella, IA is located in Marion County, Iowa. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $78,680, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pella 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 (Marion 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.