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Indianola, IA

Indianola is a city in Warren County, Iowa, United States, located 14 miles (23 km) south of downtown Des Moines. It is the county seat of Warren County. Indianola is home to the National Balloon Classic, a nine-day hot air balloon festival held annually in the summer, the Des Moines Metro Opera, a world-renowned major American Summer Opera Festival, and Simpson College.

Indianola was founded in 1849 as the county seat of Warren County. The town was located near the geographic center of the new county. The town's name was taken from a newspaper account of a Texas ghost town of the same name. Indianola was incorporated in 1863. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.25 square miles (29.14 km²), all land. The Summerset Trail's southern terminus is in Indianola. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Indianola has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

In 2005, a special census was conducted that revised Indianola's population to 14,156.

As of 2013, there were 15,108 people, 5,477 households, and 3,579 families living in the city. The population density was 1,314.0 inhabitants per square mile (507.3/km²). There were 5,893 housing units at an average density of 523.8 per square mile (202.2/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

Of the 5,477 households, 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.1% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.7% were non-families. 28.6% of households were one person and 13.5% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age was 34.1 years. 23.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 15.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 22.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.2% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.7% male and 53.3% female

Indianola places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Indianola YMCA features a fully-equipped fitness center, swimming pools, and a variety of group fitness classes to keep members active and engaged. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to top-notch exercise equipment and personalized training sessions. Pure Salon provides luxurious treatments such as massages, facials, and hairstyling services, promoting relaxation and self-care. True Roots Chiropractic emphasizes holistic health through chiropractic care and wellness coaching. Summerset Trail offers scenic routes for walking, running, and biking, encouraging outdoor physical activity. Integrative Counseling Solutions focuses on mental health and wellness, offering counseling and therapy services. Rejuvenate Wellness Clinic combines modern and traditional techniques for therapeutic massages and health treatments. Indianola Wellness Campus provides a tranquil space for yoga practice, meditation, and holistic workshops, fostering physical and mental well-being. Together, these facilities create a vibrant community hub for health, fitness, and relaxation in Indianola.

Top Sites in Indianola, IA are Buxton Park Arboretum, National Balloon Museum and U.S. Ballooning Hall of Fame, Lake Ahquabi State Park

Population: 16,069 (2022). ZIP Code: 50125. Area code: 515. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Area: 11.44 sq mi (29.62 km²).

FAQs

Is Indianola, IA a good place to live?

Indianola is in Warren County. Living in Indianola offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Indianola, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Indianola and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Indianola are above average.

What are the demographics of Indianola, IA?

Indianola, IA is home to a population of 15.8k people, of which 99.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 2.28% of Indianola, IA residents were born outside of the country (362 people). In 2022, there were 30.7 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (14.5k people) in Indianola, IA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 474 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) and 264 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Indianola, IA expensive?

Indianola, Iowa's cost of living is 13% lower than the national average. Indianola's housing expenses are 21% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 15% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 12% lower than the national average. Indianola has grocery prices that are 2% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Indianola is 4% lower than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Indianola 

Payscale

Data USA

Niche

Buxton Park Arboretum

National Balloon Museum and U.S. Ballooning Hall of Fame

Lake Ahquabi State Park

Indianola YMCA

Anytime Fitness 

Pure Salon

True Roots Chiropractic 

Summerset Trail 

Integrative Counseling Solutions 

Rejuvenate Wellness Clinic

Indianola Wellness Campus

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