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Oskaloosa, KS
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Oskaloosa, KS
At a Glance
How Oskaloosa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oskaloosa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oskaloosa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oskaloosa residents earn a median household income of $79,250 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,429. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oskaloosa is $145,000 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,801. Median rent is $863/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Oskaloosa reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,345/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Oskaloosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oskaloosa has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.