Oskaloosa

IA

Mahaska County, Iowa

Population 22K |Median income $70,940 |1 hospital

Population
22,021
Mahaska County
Median Income
$70,940
+4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$157,800
-31% vs avg
Median Age
39
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
22K-2%
Median Income
$70,940+48%
Median Home Value
$157,800+56%
Poverty Rate
12.6%-21%
Unemployment
3.5%-55%

Economics

Median Rent
$793/mo
Poverty Rate
12.6% -11% vs avg
Unemployment 3.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.1%
Work From Home 7.5%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 92.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3%
African American 1.3%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.6%
High Blood Pressure
36%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
Physical Inactivity
28.4%
Binge Drinking
19.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Current Smoking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
11.7%
Current Asthma
10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.7%
Annual Checkup 76.8%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MAHASKA HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
OSKALOOSA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Oskaloosa Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Oskaloosa, IA? ▼
Oskaloosa, IA has a population of 22,021 people, located in Mahaska County, Iowa.
What is the median household income in Oskaloosa? ▼
The median household income in Oskaloosa, IA is $70,940 per year. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
What is the median home value in Oskaloosa? ▼
The median home value in Oskaloosa, IA is $157,800. Median rent is $793/month.
What are the top health concerns in Oskaloosa? ▼
The top health indicators in Oskaloosa include Obesity (38.6%), High Blood Pressure (36%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Oskaloosa? ▼
Oskaloosa has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Oskaloosa? ▼
The median age in Oskaloosa, IA is 39 years. 24.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Oskaloosa, IA is located in Mahaska County, Iowa. With a population of 22K and a median household income of $70,940, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Oskaloosa area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Mahaska County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.