Living in Emmet County, Iowa

Emmet County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 9,769. The main communities are Estherville, Armstrong, Ringsted.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $694/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $120K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Emmet County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.