Emmetsburg, Iowa

Emmetsburg, Iowa

Emmetsburg, Iowa, in Palo Alto county, is 92 miles NW of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 143 miles NE of Omaha, Nebraska. The city is home to some 3,958 residents.

The People and Families of Emmetsburg

In Emmetsburg, about 51% of adults are married. People in Emmetsburg have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Emmetsburg had a median family income of $44,554.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($3,960) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Emmetsburg. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Emmetsburg Housing

According to the 2000 census, 68% of the housing in Emmetsburg was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Emmetsburg, 89% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Emmetsburg. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Emmetsburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 6%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Emmetsburg, IA

Comparing Emmetsburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Female Share of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Emmetsburg Almanac

Emmetsburg Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Emmetsburg Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Emmetsburg residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Emmetsburg, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Emmetsburg High Schools (2004)

EMMETSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
205 KING ST
712-852-2966
Serves 293 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 14.7

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