Living in Calhoun County, Iowa

Calhoun County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 9,818. The main communities are Lake City, Rockwell City, Manson.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,037/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $130K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 32°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Calhoun County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.