Forest City city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Forest City city • Census GEOID: 1928380
• Hancock County / Winnebago County
Forest City city is an incorporated city in Hancock County, Winnebago County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Forest City city had an estimated population of 4,143 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Forest City city (GEOID 1928380).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Forest City
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 346, FOREST CITY IA 50436-0346
County Of Hancock
County
Official Title:
Chair Board Of Supervisors
Address:
PO BOX 70, GARNER IA 50438-0070
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,143 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $69,205 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $143,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 4.59 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).