Alta, IA is a small city located in Buena Vista County with an estimated population of 2,144. With a population density of 1,777 people per square mile, Alta provides a peaceful atmosphere for its residents to enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as visiting the local snowmobile trails or fishing at nearby lakes. The town is home to many local businesses including Vosburg's Family Restaurant, Alta Lanes bowling alley and Leuer Hardware. Other organizations in the area include the Alta Public Library and the Community Center. In addition, Alta is home to several sporting events each year such as the annual dog sled race and 5K run/walk.
The population in Alta is 2,144. There are 1,989 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Alta is 36.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Alta is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Alta
- 44.4% are married
- 9.2% are divorced
- 40.6% are married with children
- 12.9% have children, but are single
Race in Alta
- 78.5% are White
- 1.5% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 17.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander