Fort Dodge, IA is a town of 28,211 people located in the heart of Iowa. The population density of 175 people per square mile is higher than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Despite its relatively small size, Fort Dodge is a bustling city with plenty to do year-round. Some of the local businesses include Vern's Grocery, Hy-Vee Supermarket, and the At Home Store for home and garden supplies. For outdoor activities, there are several parks to explore such as Oleson Park and Blanden Memorial Art Museum. For sports enthusiasts, Fort Dodge has a variety of sporting events including softball tournaments at Crossroads Park and soccer games at Dodger Stadium. Additionally, other organizations in Fort Dodge include the Fort Dodge Public Library and St. Edmond Catholic School for educational opportunities or the Motor Mill Historic Site for history buffs.
The population in Fort Dodge (zip 50501) is 28,211. There are 181 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fort Dodge (zip 50501) is 38.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fort Dodge (zip 50501) is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fort Dodge (zip 50501)
- 41.5% are married
- 13.3% are divorced
- 24.0% are married with children
- 21.6% have children, but are single
Race in Fort Dodge (zip 50501)
- 85.9% are White
- 5.7% are Black
- 1.7% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander