Buena Vista County
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- Population
- 20,753
- Area
- 574.9 sq mi (1,488.98 km²), 5.33 sq mi water
- Median age
- 35.6
- Households
- 7,546
- Persons per household
- 2.6
- Median household income
- $71,719
- Median house value
- $159,500
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Cities & Towns in Buena Vista County
Local News
SLFD Open House highlights Fire Prevention Week in Storm Lake
Theme focuses on lithium battery safety: ‘Safe Charging is a Superpower’
City of Storm Lake seeks quotes for downtown blade sign bracket grant program
The City of Storm Lake has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for qualified contractors and signage professionals to supply and professionally install exterior metal blade sign brackets on commercial storefronts throughout the Central Business District.
Property Taxes Are Due 09-30-2026
Library begins Citizenship Class series
The Storm Lake Public Library will be offering Citizenship Classes this season, on Tuesday evenings starting September 22. The free classes are designed to help prepare learners for the U.S. naturalization interview and exam.
Citywide Clean Up opportunity available, September-May
The City of Storm Lake will again offer its Citywide Cleanup program. Tickets will be available for purchase starting September 1. The discounted price will remain at $15 per load.