Mediapolis, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Mediapolis is a community in Des Moines County, Iowa, home to about 1,928 people spread across 1.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $41,350 a year, and a typical home is worth about $179,700. About 51.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 24 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Mediapolis ranks number 173 of 1,017 in population, number 296 in median household income, number 214 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Mediapolis typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 16°F. The area sees roughly 17 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Morning Sun, IA | 7.5 mi. | 802 |
| 2. | Oakville, IA | 8.8 mi. | 204 |
| 3. | Beaverdale, IA | 11.2 mi. | 910 |
| 4. | Wapello, IA | 11.8 mi. | 1,765 |
| 5. | Oquawka, IL | 12.2 mi. | 1,059 |
| 6. | Mount Union, IA | 12.4 mi. | 111 |
| 7. | West Burlington, IA | 12.9 mi. | 3,189 |
| 8. | Danville, IA | 12.9 mi. | 930 |
What is the population of Mediapolis, Iowa?
Mediapolis has a population of about 1,928 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Mediapolis, Iowa in?
Mediapolis is located in Des Moines County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Mediapolis, Iowa?
The median home value in Mediapolis is about $179,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Mediapolis, Iowa?
The median personal income in Mediapolis is about $41,350 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Mediapolis, Iowa?
Since 1950, 25 tornadoes have been recorded in Des Moines County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Mediapolis, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 16 degrees, with around 17 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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