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Hospice Care in Iowa

71 hospices in 50 cities and 44 counties · Data as of 08/12/2026

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Hospices in Iowa at a glance

  • With a population of 3,210,507, Iowa has 71 hospices (0.22 per 10,000 people).
  • Per person, that is 12% above the national rate (0.20 per 10,000).
  • The largest group is Nonprofit Hospices (37%), ahead of For-Profit Hospices and Hospices.
  • 42 have a family caregiver survey rating, averaging 4.0 out of 5; 12 earned the top five stars.
  • Cedar Rapids (4), Council Bluffs (4) and Spirit Lake (3) have the most, 15% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hospices are in Iowa?
There are 71 hospices in Iowa in our data as of 08/12/2026.
Which Iowa cities have the most hospices?
Cedar Rapids (4), Council Bluffs (4), Spirit Lake (3), Urbandale (3), West Des Moines (3).
What is the highest-rated hospice in Iowa?
Cedar Valley Hospice in Waterloo, Cherokee Regional Hospice in Cherokee, Essence of Life Hospice in Amana have a 5-star family caregiver survey rating, the highest available.