Spencer city, Iowa
Spencer city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Spencer city is a geographic entity located in Clay County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,400. The land area covers 10.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,400 | ±28 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,201 | ±207 | 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 | 5,693 | ±167 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,201 | ±207 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 492 | ±188 |
| Median Home Value | $184,800 | ±$11,644 |
| Median Gross Rent | $805 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,667 | ±$6,531 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,510 | ±$2,884 |
| Poverty Rate | 14% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,557 | ±316 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,579 | ±329 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±4% |
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: 16,474 (2024)
ID: 193300
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY AUDITOR
300 W 4TH ST, STE 4, SPENCER IA 51301-3806
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Spencer | 01-02 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Spencer | PK-KG | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Spencer | 03-05 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Spencer | 09-12 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Spencer | 06-08 | Spencer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Royal, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Terril, IA | |
| 5 Nearby | 3-12 | SPENCER, IA | |
| 2 Nearby | 3-11 | SPENCER, 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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SPENCER MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1200 1ST AVENUE EAST, SPENCER, IA, 51301 |
(712) 264-6198
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Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake
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College Vocational | 19.1 mi away | 1543 18th Street, Spirit Lake, IA, 51360 |
7123360512
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SPENCER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 21 E 3RD ST, SPENCER, IA, 51301 |
(712) 580-7290
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Iowa Lakes Community College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 19 S 7th St, Estherville, IA, 51334-2295 |
7123622601
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ROYAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 302 MAIN ST, ROYAL, IA, 51357 |
(712) 933-5500
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EVERLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 308 N MAIN, EVERLY, IA, 51338 |
(712) 834-2390
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MILFORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 1009 9TH ST, MILFORD, IA, 51351 |
(712) 338-4643
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RUTHVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 1301 GOWRIE ST, RUTHVEN, IA, 51358 |
(712) 837-4820
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TERRIL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 115 N STATE ST, TERRIL, IA, 51364 |
(712) 853-6224
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WEBB PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 124 MAIN ST, WEBB, IA, 51366 |
(712) 838-7719
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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 SPENCER 1 N, IA US, located 1.3 miles from Spencer city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.1° | 7.0° | 16.1° | 0.72" | 9.8" |
| February | 29.8° | 11.4° | 20.6° | 0.79" | 8.9" |
| March | 43.0° | 23.7° | 33.3° | 1.66" | 5.9" |
| April | 57.7° | 34.9° | 46.3° | 3.49" | 3.0" |
| May | 69.9° | 47.4° | 58.6° | 4.19" | 0.1" |
| June | 80.3° | 58.3° | 69.3° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 61.8° | 72.7° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.0° | 59.0° | 70.0° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.6° | 50.2° | 62.4° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.2° | 37.3° | 48.7° | 2.35" | 0.7" |
| November | 43.6° | 23.9° | 33.8° | 1.41" | 5.3" |
| December | 30.0° | 12.7° | 21.3° | 0.98" | 9.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Dickens city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Fostoria city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Everly city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Royal city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Greenville city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1904193955. • 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.