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Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) remains one of the most widespread nutritional disorders globally, disproportionately affecting women and individuals in low- and middle-income countries. This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed 52 iron profile reports from Washim City, Maharashtra, India, to determine the prevalence, severity, and demographic patterns of IDA. Iron profile parameters such as serum iron, ferritin, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC), transferrin saturation, and unsaturated iron-binding capacity (UIBC) were evaluated to assess iron metabolism and its correlation with anemia. Results indicated that over 80% of the population exhibited some degree of anemia, with mild cases being the most common. Women, particularly of reproductive age, were significantly more affected than men, and the age group 31-40 years showed the highest representation. Low serum iron, high UIBC, and low transferrin saturation were strongly associated with anemia severity. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted public health interventions, including routine screening, nutritional education, and iron supplementation programs, to combat the growing burden of IDA and improve overall community health outcomes.