Living in Kossuth County, Iowa

Kossuth County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 15,165. The main communities are Algona, Bancroft, Swea City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $679/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $151K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Kossuth County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.