Living in Mahaska County, Iowa

Mahaska County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 22,324. The main communities are Oskaloosa, New Sharon, Fremont.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $652/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $169K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Mahaska County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.