Living in Mitchell County, Iowa

Mitchell County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 10,832. The main communities are Osage, St. Ansgar, Stacyville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $621/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $187K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Mitchell County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.