Okoboji, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
806 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$320,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$792 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$778 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson County
2
Spirit Lake Urban Area
2
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson County
2
Spirit Lake Urban Area
2
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 5, IA State House District 10, IA
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Schools

Okoboji Middle School
1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Spirit Lake Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Spirit Lake High School
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Spirit Lake Middle School
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Lakes Community College
15 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
40 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Lakes Regional Healthcare
2 miles, NE • 5 star
Avera Holy Family Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
Spencer Municipal Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
82 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
136 miles, E • 1 star
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