Indianola city, Iowa
Indianola city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Indianola city is a geographic entity located in Warren County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,044. The land area covers 11.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,044 | ±39 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,152 | ±220 | 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 | 6,525 | ±226 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,152 | ±220 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 373 | ±133 |
| Median Home Value | $237,500 | ±$9,590 |
| Median Gross Rent | $986 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,453 | ±$6,024 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,086 | ±$2,027 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 945 | ±288 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,064 | ±323 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±0.8% |
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: 56,343 (2024)
ID: 164276
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET DIRECTOR
301 N BUXTON ST, STE 101, INDIANOLA IA 50125-1800
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Indianola | KG-05 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Indianola | 09-12 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Indianola | 06-08 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Indianola | KG-05 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Indianola | PK-05 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Indianola | KG-05 | Indianola, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | West Des Moines, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Carlisle, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carlisle, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Simpson College
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College | 0.2 mi away | 701 North C St, Indianola, IA, 50125 |
5159616251
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INDIANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 207 N B ST, INDIANOLA, IA, 50125 |
(515) 961-9418
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UnityPoint Health-Des Moines School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 16.1 mi away | 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1453 |
5152416880
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MILO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 123 MAIN ST, MILO, IA, 50166 |
(641) 942-6557
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Mercy College of Health Sciences
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College | 16.3 mi away | 928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309-1239 |
5156433180
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NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 1051 NORTH AVE, NORWALK, IA, 50211 |
(515) 981-0217
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Drake University
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College | 17.1 mi away | 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311-4505 |
5152712011
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CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 135 SCHOOL ST, CARLISLE, IA, 50047 |
(515) 989-0909
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Grand View University
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College | 17.9 mi away | 1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316 |
5152632800
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SOUTH SIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 1111 SW PORTER AVE, DES MOINES, IA, 50315 |
(515) 283-4940
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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 INDIANOLA 2W, IA US, located 4.3 miles from Indianola city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.7° | 11.6° | 21.7° | 0.91" | 8.5" |
| February | 36.3° | 15.2° | 25.8° | 1.42" | 8.2" |
| March | 49.5° | 27.1° | 38.3° | 1.94" | 3.7" |
| April | 62.1° | 37.9° | 50.0° | 3.88" | 1.0" |
| May | 71.9° | 49.9° | 60.9° | 5.58" | 0.3" |
| June | 81.4° | 60.0° | 70.7° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 64.0° | 74.7° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.0° | 61.6° | 72.8° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.6° | 52.4° | 65.0° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.8° | 40.1° | 52.5° | 3.02" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.6° | 27.9° | 38.8° | 1.85" | 1.9" |
| December | 36.9° | 17.4° | 27.1° | 1.40" | 6.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ackworth city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Spring Hill city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Milo city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Martensdale city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
| Sandyville city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1918192036. • 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.