Ottosen, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
31 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$65,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$345 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Humboldt County
1
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

Humboldt County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 9 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 28, IA State House District 56, IA
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Schools

Twin Rivers Elementary School
5 miles, SE • 3.7 star
West Bend-Mallard High School
6 miles, N • 4.6 star
Gilmore City Elementary School
12 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Lucia Wallace Elementary School
14 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Central Community College
30 miles, S • 1.9 star
Iowa Lakes Community College
42 miles, N • 1.9 star
Waldorf University
45 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Kossuth Regional Health Center
13 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
101 miles, S • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
103 miles, SE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
117 miles, E • 1 star
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