Storm Lake city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Storm Lake city • Census GEOID: 1975630
• Buena Vista County
Storm Lake city is an incorporated city in Buena Vista County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Storm Lake city had an estimated population of 11,590 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Storm Lake city (GEOID 1975630).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Storm Lake
Municipal
Official Title:
Deputy City Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 1086, STORM LAKE IA 50588-1086
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 | 11,590 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $62,765 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $172,200 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 5.43 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).