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Iola, Kansas

Introduction to Iola, Kansas

Iola, Kansas is located 73 miles S of Lawrence, Kansas (center to center) and is 92 miles SW of Kansas City, Missouri. It is in Allen county, and has a population of 6,302 residents.

Iola History

The city of Iola was formed in the year 1859. It was named after Iola Colborn, whose father built the first frame style house in the area. Iola was made the seat of Allen County in the year 1865. Iola was officially incorporated in the year 1870. During the years 1895 to 1904, the population of the city grew tremendously, and from a town Iola grew into a city.

Iola and nearby Attractions

  • Fort Scott National Historic Site
  • Mine Creek Battlefield
  • Coffey County Historical Society & Museum
  • Johnson Safari Museum
  • Allen County Historical Society & Museum

Things To Do In Iola

The City of Iola offers easy access to various historical sites and museums. Tourists can visit the Fort Scott National Historic Site and Coffey County Museum. S number of recreational facilities are offered by parks like Garfield Park, and Riverside Park. The Church of God, Community Baptist Church, and Wesley United Methodist Church are among some the beautiful churches in the city. Visitors of the city may even participate the annual festivals like the Allen County Fair.

Iola Transportation

Forbes Field Airport is one of the nearest airports.

Iola Higher Education

Allen County Community College, Pittsburg State University, and Emporia State University are a few of the institutions that offer higher educational opportunities.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Iola Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Iola Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Iola Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Iola, KS

Comparing Iola to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens85
Female Share of the Population88
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Age of the Population54
Racial Diversity48
Well-Paid Single Women47
Well-Paid Single Men33
Male Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married31
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults58
Median Family Income33
People Above Poverty21
People in Middle Class or Better21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Working at Home76
Walking and Biking to Work36
Public Transportation Use27

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents107
Affordability of Property Taxes109
People Living Alone98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing76
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
Housing Recently Built24

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