Forest City, IA is a small city located in northern Iowa. It has a population of 4,284, with a population density of 861 people per square mile. This is much lower than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The town is home to several local businesses, such as Main Cafe and Pizza Ranch for dining, and a Walmart and Hy-Vee for shopping. Forest City also has many year-round outdoor activities to offer. Hiking trails at Pilot Knob State Park provide stunning views of the area's countryside and lakes, while fishing spots are available nearby on Winnebago Lake. Other organizations in Forest City include the Winnebago Indian Tribal Center and the Forest City Public Library. Sports fans can enjoy events at the high school football field or local baseball games at Joe Gourley Field.
The population in Forest City is 4,284. There are 925 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Forest City is 31.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Forest City is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Forest City
- 39.3% are married
- 7.2% are divorced
- 40.7% are married with children
- 6.1% have children, but are single
Race in Forest City
- 89.0% are White
- 1.9% are Black
- 2.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander