Fort Dodge city, Iowa
Fort Dodge city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fort Dodge city is a geographic entity located in Webster County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,827. The land area covers 16.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,827 | ±47 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,272 | ±353 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,475 | ±193 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,272 | ±353 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,203 | ±309 |
| Median Home Value | $144,100 | ±$11,581 |
| Median Gross Rent | $785 | ±$35 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,649 | ±$6,463 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,706 | ±$2,375 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,524 | ±577 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,616 | ±522 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±2.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 36,909 (2024)
ID: 164278
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
703 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE IA 50501-3872
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | PK-KG | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 01-05 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 09-12 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Fort Dodge | 06-08 | Fort Dodge, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Dakota City, IA | |
| 5 Nearby | 2-13 | FORT DODGE, IA | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | FORT DODGE, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 802 KENYON RD, FORT DODGE, IA, 50501 |
(515) 573-3101
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La James International College-Ft Dodge
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College | 0.9 mi away | 2419 5th Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 |
5155763119
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FORT DODGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 424 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 50501 |
(515) 573-8167
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Iowa Central Community College
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College | 2.0 mi away | One Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 |
51557672011148
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BADGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 211 1ST AVE SE, BADGER, IA, 50516 |
(515) 545-4793
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DUNCOMBE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 621 PRINCE ST, DUNCOMBE, IA, 50532 |
(515) 543-4646
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CLARE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 119 E FRONT ST, CLARE, IA, 50524 |
(515) 546-6222
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CALLENDER HERITAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 505 THOMAS ST, CALLENDER, IA, 50523 |
(515) 548-3803
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LEHIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 241 ELM ST, LEHIGH, IA, 50557 |
(515) 359-2967
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HUMBOLDT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 30 N 6TH ST, HUMBOLDT, IA, 50548 |
(515) 332-1925
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FT DODGE 5NNW, IA US, located 5.3 miles from Fort Dodge city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5° | 7.4° | 16.4° | 0.95" | 8.6" |
| February | 30.5° | 11.5° | 21.0° | 1.23" | 11.8" |
| March | 43.9° | 23.8° | 33.8° | 1.96" | 5.6" |
| April | 58.8° | 34.8° | 46.8° | 3.72" | 1.5" |
| May | 69.9° | 47.5° | 58.7° | 4.57" | 0.4" |
| June | 79.7° | 58.4° | 69.0° | 5.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.7° | 62.0° | 72.4° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 59.5° | 69.9° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.2° | 50.5° | 62.3° | 2.81" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.3° | 37.7° | 49.5° | 2.55" | 0.4" |
| November | 45.1° | 25.1° | 35.1° | 1.85" | 2.8" |
| December | 31.3° | 14.1° | 22.7° | 1.46" | 7.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dodge city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Coalville CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Otho city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Badger city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Moorland city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Duncombe city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1918791370. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.