Storm Lake, IA Road Trips
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Longest Drive
12.8 mi
Newell, IA
Quickest Drive
22m
Newell, IA
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Storm Lake, IA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
11,275
Median Income
$58,341
Median Home Value
$163,600
Median Age
31.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Storm Lake, IA at a Glance
Founded
1873
Elevation
1,421 ft
Area
4 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Storm Lake, IA
A sampling of people born in Storm Lake, IA.
Steve King
1949
US Representative for Iowa (1949-)
Janet Dailey
1944–2013
American writer (1944–2013)
Winton Hoch
1905–1979
cinematographer (1905-1979)
Nate Bjorkgren
1975
American basketball player and coach (born 1975)
George B. French
1883–1961
actor (1883-1961)
Matt Koch
1990
American baseball player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Storm Lake, IA.
Illinois Central Passenger Depot-Storm Lake
railway station in Storm Lake, Iowa
Harker House
house in Storm Lake, Iowa, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q510840), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Storm Lake, IA
Storm Lake is a small city of about 10,600 inhabitants in northern Western Iowa.
Storm Lake has acquired an interesting reputation among Western Iowans for several notable traits. The population, percentage-wise, is among the most diverse of any town in Iowa due to meat packing plants. Most of the recent residents come from Mexico, Sudan, and Laos, among other countries. In addition, it is one of the few towns in Western Iowa situated on a lake. Taking both into account, Storm Lake can provide a unique experience for those who choose to explore for a little while.
Storm Lake Wind Turbine Park - In the countryside to the northwest and southwest, one of Iowa's first wind turbine parks covers the rolling hills. You may be able to schedule a tour at the main office located on M-3, north of the small town of Alta.
Storm Lake - The namesake of the town, Storm Lake has public parks, like AWAYSIS Park, all around the perimeter. 1 King's Pointe Waterpark Resort, 1520 E Lakeshore Dr, ☏ +1 712 213-4500. (updated Aug 2020) Though no Schlitterbahn, King's Pointe Resort provides a good afternoon's worth of fun for the family.
Lighthouse Inn, 1601 E Lakeshore Dr. A hotel with a nautical theme, even if not right on the water. +1 641-792-3333
Most people drive, but if you happen to have a private plane, then there's another option. 1 Storm Lake Municipal Airport (SLB IATA). (updated Aug 2020)
As is the case with most of rural Iowa, driving a car is the most efficient mode of transportation.
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