Oskaloosa Urban Area, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
22,045
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,019
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$140,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$646
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Iowa
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 88, IASchools
Oskaloosa High School
2 miles, SW
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4.6
Oskaloosa Middle School
2 miles, SW
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4.1
Oskaloosa Christian School
2 miles, SW
Oskaloosa Elementary School
2 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
William Penn University
2 miles, SW
•
2.3
Central College
16 miles, NW
•
2.8
Indian Hills Community College
23 miles, S
•
1.4
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
24 miles, S
•
1
Hospitals
Mahaska Health Partnership
2 miles, S
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3.2
Pella Regional Health Center
15 miles, NW
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4.1
Monroe County Hospital
21 miles, SW
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3.2
Keokuk County Health Center
22 miles, SE
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
55 miles, NW
•
2.3
The Eastern Iowa Airport
61 miles, E
•
1.4
Waterloo Regional Airport
86 miles, NE
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1
Quad City International Airport
111 miles, E
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1.4