Pella, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Pella is a community in Marion County, Iowa, home to about 10,720 people spread across 9.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $36,453 a year, and a typical home is worth about $292,700. About 54.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 4 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Pella ranks number 38 of 1,017 in population, number 180 in median household income, number 54 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Pella typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 13°F. The area sees roughly 24 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Harvey, IA | 6.0 mi. | 174 |
| 2. | Leighton, IA | 8.2 mi. | 150 |
| 3. | Knoxville, IA | 11.3 mi. | 7,473 |
| 4. | Monroe, IA | 12.5 mi. | 2,120 |
| 5. | Sully, IA | 12.5 mi. | 1,022 |
| 6. | Reasnor, IA | 13.2 mi. | 152 |
| 7. | Lynnville, IA | 13.4 mi. | 527 |
| 8. | Bussey, IA | 13.9 mi. | 414 |
What is the population of Pella, Iowa?
Pella has a population of about 10,720 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Pella, Iowa in?
Pella is located in Marion County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Pella, Iowa?
The median home value in Pella is about $292,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Pella, Iowa?
The median personal income in Pella is about $36,453 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Pella, Iowa?
Since 1950, 47 tornadoes have been recorded in Marion County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Pella, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 13 degrees, with around 24 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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