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Osceola
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Osceola is a small city in southern Iowa that is a regional hub for local farming communities. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, historic architecture, and easy access to nature, Osceola offers authentic small-town charm just an hour south of Des Moines.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
1,836
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.03°, -93.77°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
53
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$1,770
Local Cost
$1,040
Local Income
$2,650
Cashless
76
English
99
Temperature
10.3°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
-3.7°C
Record High
42.8°C
Record Low
-35.0°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
918 mm
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
10
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
10.0
Airport
3Y3
Distance
42 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.
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