Sioux City

IA

Woodbury County, Iowa

Population 106K |Median income $73,658 |2 hospitals

Population
106,247
Woodbury County
Median Income
$73,658
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$183,200
-20% vs avg
Median Age
36.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
106K+4%
Median Income
$73,658+61%
Median Home Value
$183,200+87%
Poverty Rate
14%-11%
Unemployment
4.1%-25%

Economics

Median Rent
$981/mo
Poverty Rate
14%
Unemployment 4.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.3%
Work From Home 5.6%
Public Transit 1.1%

Population

White 71.1%
African American 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%
Asian 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.1%
High Blood Pressure
34.5%
Short Sleep Duration
31.3%
Physical Inactivity
28.9%
Binge Drinking
19.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Current Smoking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.1%
Diabetes
12.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.9%
Dental Visit 61%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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2
Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
ST LUKES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
SIOUX CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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MERCYONE SIOUXLAND MEDICAL CENTER
SIOUX CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Sioux City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m 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 · 34m 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 Sioux City, IA? ▼
Sioux City, IA has a population of 106,247 people, located in Woodbury County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Sioux City? ▼
The median household income in Sioux City, IA is $73,658 per year. The poverty rate is 14%.
What is the median home value in Sioux City? ▼
The median home value in Sioux City, IA is $183,200. Median rent is $981/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sioux City? ▼
The top health indicators in Sioux City include Obesity (39.1%), High Blood Pressure (34.5%), Short Sleep Duration (31.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sioux City? ▼
Sioux City has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sioux City? ▼
The median age in Sioux City, IA is 36.1 years. 24.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sioux City, IA is located in Woodbury County, Iowa. With a population of 106K and a median household income of $73,658, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sioux City 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 (Woodbury 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.