Spencer

Clay County, Iowa

Population 16K |Median income $65,428 |1 hospital

Population

16,461

Clay County

Median Income

$65,428

-4% vs avg

Median Home Value

$178,600

-22% vs avg

Median Age

42.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

16K-1%

Median Income

$65,428+33%

Median Home Value

$178,600+69%

Poverty Rate

11.4%+28%

Unemployment

3.5%-39%

Economics

Median Rent

$811/mo

Poverty Rate

11.4% -20% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 27.5%

Work From Home 6.1%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 92.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Asian 0.8%

African American 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

37%

Obesity

35.2%

Short Sleep Duration

30.1%

Physical Inactivity

26.5%

Binge Drinking

19.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.7%

Current Smoking

15.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.4%

Diabetes

12.3%

Current Asthma

9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.6%

Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.6%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.9%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SPENCER MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL

SPENCER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Spencer 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 Spencer, IA? ▼

Spencer, IA has a population of 16,461 people, located in Clay County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Spencer? ▼

The median household income in Spencer, IA is $65,428 per year. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

What is the median home value in Spencer? ▼

The median home value in Spencer, IA is $178,600. Median rent is $811/month.

What are the top health concerns in Spencer? ▼

The top health indicators in Spencer include High Blood Pressure (37%), Obesity (35.2%), Short Sleep Duration (30.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Spencer? ▼

Spencer has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Spencer? ▼

The median age in Spencer, IA is 42.3 years. 27.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Spencer, IA is located in Clay County, Iowa. With a population of 16K and a median household income of $65,428, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Spencer 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 (Clay 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.