Waterloo, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Waterloo is a community in Black Hawk County, Iowa, home to about 67,008 people spread across 61.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $36,289 a year, and a typical home is worth about $152,600. About 33.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 2 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Waterloo ranks number 9 of 1,017 in population, number 694 in median household income, number 324 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Waterloo typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 11°F. The area sees roughly 39 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Evansdale, IA | 4.6 mi. | 4,518 |
| 2. | Elk Run Heights, IA | 5.1 mi. | 964 |
| 3. | Cedar Falls, IA | 5.5 mi. | 40,888 |
| 4. | Raymond, IA | 6.4 mi. | 899 |
| 5. | Hudson, IA | 6.4 mi. | 2,699 |
| 6. | Washburn, IA | 7.1 mi. | 714 |
| 7. | Gilbertville, IA | 8.7 mi. | 761 |
| 8. | Dunkerton, IA | 11.1 mi. | 821 |
What is the population of Waterloo, Iowa?
Waterloo has a population of about 67,008 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Waterloo, Iowa in?
Waterloo is located in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Waterloo, Iowa?
The median home value in Waterloo is about $152,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Waterloo, Iowa?
The median personal income in Waterloo is about $36,289 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Waterloo, Iowa?
Since 1950, 38 tornadoes have been recorded in Black Hawk County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Waterloo, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 11 degrees, with around 39 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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