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Indianola, IA

Looking to move to Indianola, IA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Indianola, IA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Indianola, IA has a population of 16818. What about cost of living in Indianola, IA? The median income in Indianola, IA is $76,387 and the median home value is $209,547.

Read on to learn more about Indianola, IA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Indianola, IA

Average Temperatures

60 high / 39 low

Average Annual Rainfall

36 in

Average Annual Snowfall

29 in

Quick Facts about Indianola, Iowa

Median Home Value
$209,547
Median Property Tax
$2,680
Total Population
16,818
Average Commute
23 min
Median Household Income
$76,387
Median Monthly Rent
$771

Map of Indianola, IA


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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