Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Osceola

Affordability in Osceola, IA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Osceola is $68,284 annually, while the median rent is $943 per month. Renters make up 38% of occupied households, reflecting a mix of owners and renters in this small Iowa city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Osceola Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Osceola have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Osceola

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Osceola rates 60 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable), meaning some errands can be completed on foot. The Bike Score for the same area is 38 out of 100, reflecting limited but present biking infrastructure.

No Transit Score is available for Osceola, which is typical for smaller Iowa cities where public transit options are limited. Residents should plan for personal vehicle use for most trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 3 public schools across 1 district serve Osceola, including 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Osceola, IA

The median household income in Osceola is $68,284 and the median monthly rent is $943, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-based housing in the area can offer rents well below that market rate for eligible households.

• Median household income: $68,284 per year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $943 per month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 38% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Osceola has 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 69 units, giving renters who qualify a meaningful alternative to market-rate housing.

Environment

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Osceola have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.