Storm Lake

Buena Vista County, Iowa

Population 21K |Median income $71,719 |1 hospital

Population

20,753

Buena Vista County

Median Income

$71,719

+6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$159,500

-30% vs avg

Median Age

35.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

21K+2%

Median Income

$71,719+53%

Median Home Value

$159,500+63%

Poverty Rate

7.8%-39%

Unemployment

5.5%+45%

Economics

Median Rent

$894/mo

Poverty Rate

7.8% -45% vs avg

Unemployment 5.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 22.2%

Work From Home 5.6%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 60%

Asian 9.6%

African American 3.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.1%

High Blood Pressure

34.3%

Short Sleep Duration

33.7%

Physical Inactivity

30.1%

Binge Drinking

17.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.3%

Current Smoking

15.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.8%

Diabetes

13%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77%

Dental Visit 63.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.1%

Stroke

3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BUENA VISTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

STORM LAKE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake, IA? ▼

Storm Lake, IA has a population of 20,753 people, located in Buena Vista County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Storm Lake? ▼

The median household income in Storm Lake, IA is $71,719 per year. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

What is the median home value in Storm Lake? ▼

The median home value in Storm Lake, IA is $159,500. Median rent is $894/month.

What are the top health concerns in Storm Lake? ▼

The top health indicators in Storm Lake include Obesity (38.1%), High Blood Pressure (34.3%), Short Sleep Duration (33.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Storm Lake? ▼

Storm Lake has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Storm Lake? ▼

The median age in Storm Lake, IA is 35.6 years. 22.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Storm Lake, IA is located in Buena Vista County, Iowa. With a population of 21K and a median household income of $71,719, 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 Storm Lake 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 (Buena Vista 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.