Alta city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Alta city • Census GEOID: 1901495
• Buena Vista County
Alta city is an incorporated city in Buena Vista County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Alta city had an estimated population of 1,958 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Alta city (GEOID 1901495).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Alta
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
223 S MAIN ST, ALTA IA 51002-1395
County Of Buena Vista
County
Official Title:
Auditor
Address:
PO BOX 220, STORM LAKE IA 50588-0220
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $65,833 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $146,600 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 1.08 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).