Carter Lake city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Carter Lake city • Census GEOID: 1911215
• Pottawattamie County
Carter Lake city is an incorporated city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Carter Lake city had an estimated population of 3,670 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Carter Lake city (GEOID 1911215).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Carter Lake
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
950 LOCUST ST, CARTER LAKE IA 51510-1529
County Of Pottawattamie
County
Official Title:
Supervisor
Address:
227 S 6TH ST, COUNCIL BLUFFS IA 51501-4209
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,670 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $85,349 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $169,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 1.79 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).