Okoboji, IA

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Okoboji Overview

784
TOTAL POPULATION
357
MALE POPULATION
427
FEMALE POPULATION
83.61
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
57.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$59,195
PER CAPITA INCOME
$98,438
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,845
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
54.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
45.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
427
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Okoboji Zip Codes

Okoboji Area Codes

Race in Okoboji

The most populous races in Okoboji are White / Caucasian (717 | 91.4%), Asian (35 | 4.5%), and Two or more Races (31 | 4.0%).
Race in Okoboji
Race# Population% Population
Asian354.5%
Black / African American10.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino283.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian71791.4%
Two or more Races314.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total784100.0%

Ancestry in Okoboji

The most populous ancestries reported in Okoboji are German (318 | 40.6%), Irish (144 | 18.4%), English (102 | 13.0%), Norwegian (73 | 9.3%), and Dutch (44 | 5.6%), together accounting for 86.9% of all Okoboji residents.
Ancestry in Okoboji
Ancestry# Population% Population
American334.2%
Austrian10.1%
Belgian40.5%
Burmese10.1%
Cuban182.3%
Czech141.8%
Danish334.2%
Dutch445.6%
Eastern European70.9%
English10213.0%
European324.1%
French303.8%
French Canadian20.3%
German31840.6%
Indian (Asian)263.3%
Irish14418.4%
Korean81.0%
Northern European30.4%
Norwegian739.3%
Polish20.3%
Puerto Rican101.3%
Scotch-Irish111.4%
Scottish172.2%
Swedish263.3%
Turkish131.7%
Ukrainian182.3%
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Immigrants in Okoboji

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Okoboji came from Asia (46 | 5.9%), Eastern Asia (25 | 3.2%), China (24 | 3.1%), Eastern Europe (13 | 1.7%), and Europe (13 | 1.7%), together accounting for 15.4% of all Okoboji residents.
Immigrants in Okoboji
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia465.9%
Canada60.8%
China243.1%
Eastern Asia253.2%
Eastern Europe131.7%
Europe131.7%
Korea10.1%
Philippines81.0%
South Eastern Asia81.0%
Turkey131.7%
Ukraine131.7%
Western Asia131.7%
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Sex and Age in Okoboji

Sex and Age in Okoboji

The most populous age groups in Okoboji are 15 to 19 Years (61 | 17.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (53 | 12.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Okoboji
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (2.8%)14 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Years28 (7.8%)38 (8.9%)
10 to 14 Years5 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years61 (17.1%)1 (0.2%)
20 to 24 Years14 (3.9%)3 (0.7%)
25 to 29 Years8 (2.2%)15 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years10 (2.8%)29 (6.8%)
35 to 39 Years57 (16.0%)21 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years9 (2.5%)12 (2.8%)
45 to 49 Years8 (2.2%)16 (3.7%)
50 to 54 Years10 (2.8%)16 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years14 (3.9%)18 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years19 (5.3%)53 (12.4%)
65 to 69 Years32 (9.0%)50 (11.7%)
70 to 74 Years39 (10.9%)48 (11.2%)
75 to 79 Years19 (5.3%)32 (7.5%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.6%)15 (3.5%)
85 Years and over12 (3.4%)46 (10.8%)
Total357 (100.0%)427 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Okoboji

Median Family Size in Okoboji

Median Family Size in Okoboji
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple157 (95.2%)2.67
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother8 (4.9%)2.13
Total Families165 (100.0%)2.64

Median Household Size in Okoboji

Median Household Size in Okoboji
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple157 (36.8%)2.67
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother8 (1.9%)2.13
Non-family262 (61.4%)1.27
Total Households427 (100.0%)1.80

Household Size by Marriage Status in Okoboji

Out of a total of 427 households in Okoboji, 165 (38.6%) are family households, while 262 (61.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 126, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 226.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Okoboji
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-226 (52.9%)
2-Person Households126 (29.5%)8 (1.9%)
3-Person Households14 (3.3%)28 (6.6%)
4-Person Households16 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households9 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total165 (38.6%)262 (61.4%)

Female Fertility in Okoboji

Fertility by Age in Okoboji

Average fertility rate in Okoboji is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 57.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Okoboji
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years4 (57.1%)85.0
35 to 50 years3 (42.9%)58.0
Total7 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Okoboji

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Okoboji
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Okoboji

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Okoboji
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)156.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Okoboji

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Okoboji
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Okoboji

Income Overview in Okoboji

Per Capita Income in Okoboji is $59,195, while median incomes of families and households are $98,438 and $56,845 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income784$59,195
Median Family Income165$98,438
Mean Family Income165$185,961
Median Household Income427$56,845
Mean Household Income427$105,225
Income Deficit165$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)78454.70%
Wage / Income Gap ($)78445.30¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7840.57

Earnings by Sex in Okoboji

Average Earnings in Okoboji are $31,786, $16,563 for men and $36,563 for women, a difference of 54.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Okoboji
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male241 (54.3%)$16,563
Female203 (45.7%)$36,563
Total444 (100.0%)$31,786

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Okoboji

The most common earnings brackets in Okoboji are $2,499 or less for men (48 | 19.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (36 | 17.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Okoboji
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (19.9%)5 (2.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99930 (12.4%)4 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49911 (4.6%)7 (3.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (1.7%)3 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9997 (2.9%)19 (9.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49918 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (0.8%)23 (11.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99914 (5.8%)36 (17.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (2.5%)19 (9.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99916 (6.6%)5 (2.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (2.9%)20 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99915 (6.2%)7 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9995 (2.1%)12 (5.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (1.7%)2 (1.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (3.7%)15 (7.4%)
$100,000+16 (6.6%)24 (11.8%)
Total241 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Okoboji

Average earnings in Okoboji are $32,679 for men and $37,500 for women, a difference of 12.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,083, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $13,611. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $83,750, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $30,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Okoboji
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$13,611$38,229
College or Associate's Degree$42,083$30,250
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$32,679$37,500

Family Income in Okoboji

Family Income Brackets in Okoboji

According to the Okoboji family income data, there are 42 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Okoboji
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99931.8%
$25,000 to $34,999106.1%
$35,000 to $49,99995.5%
$50,000 to $74,9993118.8%
$75,000 to $99,9993219.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994225.5%
$150,000 to $199,99942.4%
$200,000+3420.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Okoboji

3-person families (14 | 8.5%) account for the highest median family income in Okoboji with $135,833 per family, while 3-person families (14 | 8.5%) have the highest median income of $45,278 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Okoboji
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families126 (76.4%)$90,500
3-Person Families14 (8.5%)$135,833
4-Person Families16 (9.7%)$123,750
5-Person Families9 (5.4%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total165 (100.0%)$98,438

Family Income by Number of Earners in Okoboji

The median family income in Okoboji is $98,438, with families comprising 3+ earners (11) having the highest median family income of $145,417, while families with no earners (51) have the lowest median family income of $84,375, accounting for 6.7% and 30.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Okoboji
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners51 (30.9%)$84,375
1 Earner24 (14.5%)$120,455
2 Earners79 (47.9%)$90,250
3+ Earners11 (6.7%)$145,417
Total165 (100.0%)$98,438

Household Income in Okoboji

Household Income Brackets in Okoboji

With 72 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Okoboji, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Okoboji
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000286.6%
$10,000 to $14,99971.6%
$15,000 to $24,9994610.8%
$25,000 to $34,9995713.3%
$35,000 to $49,9995713.3%
$50,000 to $74,9997216.9%
$75,000 to $99,9995713.3%
$100,000 to $149,9994610.8%
$150,000 to $199,999102.3%
$200,000+4711.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Okoboji

The median household income in Okoboji is $56,845, with the highest median household income of $61,979 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 85 households (19.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 31 households (7.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Okoboji
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (7.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years95 (22.3%)$0
45 to 64 Years85 (19.9%)$61,979
65+ Years216 (50.6%)$57,344
Total427 (100.0%)$56,845

Poverty in Okoboji

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Okoboji

With 24.6% poverty level for males and 7.5% for females among the residents of Okoboji, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 50 males (86.2%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Okoboji
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (70.0%)10 (71.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years50 (86.2%)3 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (18.2%)
35 to 44 Years15 (22.7%)4 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years9 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (7.5%)
Total81 (24.6%)32 (7.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Okoboji

According to the poverty statistics in Okoboji, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Okoboji
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (30.0%)4 (28.6%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years13 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years18 (100.0%)36 (81.8%)
35 to 44 Years51 (77.3%)29 (87.9%)
45 to 54 Years9 (50.0%)32 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years33 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years71 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)
75 Years and over33 (100.0%)86 (92.5%)
Total248 (75.4%)394 (92.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Okoboji

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Okoboji show that 2.5% or 4 of the total 157 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 66.7%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Okoboji
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total153 (97.5%)4 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Okoboji

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Okoboji
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Okoboji

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Okoboji
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Okoboji

Employment by Class of Employer in Okoboji

Among the 407 employed individuals in Okoboji, private company employees (248 | 60.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (53 | 13.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (37 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Okoboji
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees24860.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)327.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5313.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations379.1%
Local Government Employees307.4%
State Government Employees71.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total407100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Okoboji

According to the labor force statistics for Okoboji, out of the total population over 16 years of age (689), 62.0% or 427 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 23 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.5% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Okoboji
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years54 (87.1%)1 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Years12 (70.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years39 (100.0%)8 (20.5%)
35 to 44 Years95 (96.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years46 (92.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years26 (81.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years58 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years68 (40.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total427 (62.0%)9 (2.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Okoboji

According to labor force statistics for Okoboji, 91.1% of individuals (287) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (315) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 8 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 93.8% or 121 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.9% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Okoboji
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma76 (89.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree90 (89.1%)9 (8.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher121 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total287 (91.1%)9 (2.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Okoboji

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Okoboji are Community & Social Service (53 | 12.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (52 | 12.4%), Management (27 | 6.5%), Health Technologists (26 | 6.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (25 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Okoboji

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Okoboji, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (63.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.4%), Education Instruction & Library (84.2%), and Business & Financial (83.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Okoboji
OccupationMaleFemale
Management17 (63.0%)10 (37.0%)
Business & Financial3 (16.7%)15 (83.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 17 (32.1%)36 (67.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (15.8%)16 (84.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5 (9.6%)47 (90.4%)
Health Technologists5 (19.2%)21 (80.8%)
Total (Category)47 (30.3%)108 (69.7%)
Total (Overall)228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Okoboji are Security & Protection (41 | 9.8%), Firefighting & Prevention (41 | 9.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (22 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (15 | 3.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (6 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Okoboji

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Okoboji, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Okoboji
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Security & Protection41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)67 (76.1%)21 (23.9%)
Total (Overall)228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Okoboji are Sales & Related (69 | 16.5%), and Office & Administration (14 | 3.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Okoboji

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Okoboji
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (50.7%)34 (49.3%)
Office & Administration3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Total (Category)38 (45.8%)45 (54.2%)
Total (Overall)228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Okoboji are Construction & Extraction (41 | 9.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 0.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Okoboji

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Okoboji
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Okoboji are Production (21 | 5.0%), Material Moving (17 | 4.1%), and Transportation (8 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Okoboji

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Okoboji
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5 (23.8%)16 (76.2%)
Transportation8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)30 (65.2%)16 (34.8%)
Total (Overall)228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Okoboji

Employment Industries in Okoboji

The major employment industries in Okoboji include Retail Trade (102 | 24.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (61 | 14.6%), Construction (33 | 7.9%), Administrative & Support (31 | 7.4%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (30 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries in Okoboji

Employment Industries by Sex in Okoboji

The Okoboji industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (91.8%), and Finance & Insurance (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Okoboji
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade64 (62.7%)38 (37.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Finance & Insurance3 (20.0%)12 (80.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific8 (40.0%)12 (60.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support28 (90.3%)3 (9.7%)
Educational Services4 (23.5%)13 (76.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance5 (8.2%)56 (91.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (56.7%)13 (43.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Public Administration7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (54.5%)190 (45.5%)

Education in Okoboji

School Enrollment in Okoboji

The most common levels of schooling among the 109 students in Okoboji are college / undergraduate (50 | 45.9%), elementary school (35 | 32.1%), and kindergarten (13 | 11.9%).
School Enrollment in Okoboji
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1311.9%
Elementary School3532.1%
Middle School54.6%
High School32.8%
College / Undergraduate5045.9%
Graduate / Professional32.8%
Total109100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Okoboji

Out of a total of 109 students who are enrolled in schools in Okoboji, 30 (27.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 79 (72.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (78.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 48 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Okoboji
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (72.5%)30 (27.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Okoboji

Education (66 | 23.7%), business (45 | 16.2%), social sciences (23 | 8.3%), science & technology (23 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (20 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 278 individuals in Okoboji who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Okoboji
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics114.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural196.8%
Physical & Health Sciences51.8%
Psychology93.2%
Social Sciences238.3%
Engineering114.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies51.8%
Science & Technology238.3%
Business4516.2%
Education6623.7%
Literature & Languages20.7%
Liberal Arts & History72.5%
Visual & Performing Arts134.7%
Communications196.8%
Arts & Humanities207.2%
Total278100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Okoboji

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Okoboji

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Okoboji are males with 2 vehicles (97, accounting for 43.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (63, making up 53.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Okoboji
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle50 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle41 (18.5%)82 (45.3%)
2 Vehicles97 (43.7%)63 (34.8%)
3 Vehicles24 (10.8%)26 (14.4%)
4 Vehicles3 (1.3%)6 (3.3%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (3.2%)4 (2.2%)
Total222 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Okoboji

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Okoboji are 10 to 14 minutes (136 commuters, 36.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (109 commuters, 29.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (45 commuters, 12.0%).
Commute Time in Okoboji
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes174.5%
5 to 9 Minutes10929.0%
10 to 14 Minutes13636.2%
15 to 19 Minutes4512.0%
20 to 24 Minutes112.9%
25 to 29 Minutes20.5%
30 to 34 Minutes3910.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes30.8%
45 to 59 Minutes20.5%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes123.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Okoboji

The most common commute times in Okoboji are 10 to 14 minutes (83 commuters, 39.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (53 commuters, 32.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Okoboji
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes9 (4.2%)8 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes57 (26.8%)52 (31.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes83 (39.0%)53 (32.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes24 (11.3%)21 (12.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (1.9%)7 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes24 (11.3%)15 (9.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes5 (2.4%)7 (4.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Okoboji

The most frequent times of departure to work in Okoboji are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (63, 29.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (24, 14.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Okoboji
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (5.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (5.6%)4 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (0.9%)13 (8.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM34 (16.0%)17 (10.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9 (4.2%)21 (12.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM63 (29.6%)22 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM37 (17.4%)24 (14.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM17 (8.0%)8 (4.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8 (3.8%)15 (9.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (9.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM25 (11.7%)8 (4.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5 (2.4%)7 (4.3%)
Total213 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Okoboji

Occupancy by Ownership in Okoboji

Of the total 427 dwellings in Okoboji, owner-occupied units account for 299 (70.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 128 (30.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Okoboji
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units29970.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12830.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units427100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Okoboji

Occupancy by Household Size in Okoboji
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22652.9%
2-Person Household13431.4%
3-Person Household429.8%
4+ Person Household255.9%
Total Housing Units427100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Okoboji

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Okoboji
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household140 (62.0%)86 (38.1%)
2-Person Household124 (92.5%)10 (7.5%)
3-Person Household18 (42.9%)24 (57.1%)
4+ Person Household17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Total Housing Units299 (70.0%)128 (30.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Okoboji

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Okoboji
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma44 (50.0%)44 (50.0%)
College/Associate Degree113 (67.7%)54 (32.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher139 (82.3%)30 (17.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Okoboji

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Okoboji
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5613.1%
35 to 44 Years7016.4%
45 to 54 Years337.7%
55 to 64 Years5212.2%
65 to 74 Years10925.5%
75 to 84 Years4911.5%
85 Years and Over5813.6%
Total427100.0%

Housing Finances in Okoboji

Median Income by Occupancy in Okoboji

Median Income by Occupancy in Okoboji
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied299 (70.0%)$73,036
Renter-Occupied128 (30.0%)$30,357
Average427 (100.0%)$56,845

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Okoboji

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Okoboji
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)4 (3.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)24 (18.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (1.0%)4 (3.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (2.7%)11 (8.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (3.7%)16 (12.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (13.4%)17 (13.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99927 (9.0%)30 (23.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99966 (22.1%)6 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (15.4%)11 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (14.7%)2 (1.6%)
$150,000 or more54 (18.1%)3 (2.3%)
Total299 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Okoboji

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Okoboji
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49931 (10.4%)24 (18.8%)
$500 to $79979 (26.4%)7 (5.5%)
$800 to $99951 (17.1%)50 (39.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49975 (25.1%)42 (32.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99924 (8.0%)3 (2.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more19 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Okoboji

Housing Structures in Okoboji

Housing Structures in Okoboji
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached19144.7%
Single Unit, Attached286.6%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments429.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5512.9%
10 or more Apartments10023.4%
Mobile Home / Other112.6%
Total427100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Okoboji

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Okoboji
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached176 (92.1%)15 (7.9%)
Single Unit, Attached24 (85.7%)4 (14.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5 (11.9%)37 (88.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20 (36.4%)35 (63.6%)
10 or more Apartments63 (63.0%)37 (37.0%)
Mobile Home / Other11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (70.0%)128 (30.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Okoboji

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Okoboji
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms29 (9.7%)43 (33.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms109 (36.4%)77 (60.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms65 (21.7%)6 (4.7%)
8 or more Rooms96 (32.1%)2 (1.6%)
Total299 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Okoboji

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Okoboji
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas218 (72.9%)85 (66.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity69 (23.1%)43 (33.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Okoboji

Household Vehicle Usage in Okoboji
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (1.0%)24 (18.8%)
1 Vehicle143 (47.8%)90 (70.3%)
2 Vehicles114 (38.1%)10 (7.8%)
3 or more Vehicles39 (13.0%)4 (3.1%)
Total299 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Okoboji

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Okoboji

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units170129
Median Property Value$430,800$210,200
Median Household Income$62,500$35
Monthly Housing Costs$750$19
Real Estate Taxes$2,913$4

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Okoboji

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Okoboji
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004 (2.4%)20 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $99,9993 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99962 (36.5%)62 (48.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99925 (14.7%)27 (20.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99941 (24.1%)8 (6.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9996 (3.5%)2 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more29 (17.1%)10 (7.7%)
Total170 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Okoboji

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Okoboji
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)3 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99911 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99924 (14.1%)11 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99923 (13.5%)16 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (20.6%)4 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (22.4%)31 (24.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99920 (11.8%)8 (6.2%)
$150,000 or more19 (11.2%)24 (18.6%)
Total170 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Okoboji

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Okoboji
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x19 (11.2%)83,125 (64,438.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x26 (15.3%)56 (43.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (7.6%)24 (18.6%)
4.0x or more112 (65.9%)17 (13.2%)
Total170 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Okoboji

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Okoboji
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80011 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49919 (11.2%)16 (12.4%)
$800 to $1,499136 (80.0%)21 (16.3%)
Total170 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Okoboji

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okoboji

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okoboji
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years98 (88.3%)13 (11.7%)
19 to 25 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years95 (96.0%)4 (4.0%)
45 to 54 Years46 (92.0%)4 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total763 (97.3%)21 (2.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Okoboji

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Okoboji
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen98 (88.3%)13 (11.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Okoboji

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Okoboji
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00093 (84.6%)17 (15.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999185 (97.9%)4 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okoboji

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okoboji
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 621 (80.8%)5 (19.2%)
6 to 18 Years17 (15.3%)81 (73.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (22.6%)48 (77.4%)
35 to 44 Years54 (54.5%)54 (54.5%)
45 to 54 Years3 (6.0%)43 (86.0%)
55 to 64 Years5 (4.8%)99 (95.2%)
65 to 74 Years164 (97.0%)91 (53.8%)
75 Years and over126 (100.0%)80 (63.5%)
Total404 (51.5%)538 (68.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Okoboji

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Okoboji
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (11.3%)22 (22.5%)
75 Years and over16 (48.5%)43 (46.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Okoboji

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Okoboji: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.5%)8 (8.2%)
75 Years and over5 (15.1%)18 (19.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Okoboji: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Okoboji: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (16.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Okoboji: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.8%)14 (14.3%)
75 Years and over10 (30.3%)22 (23.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Okoboji: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.8%)8 (8.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Okoboji

Computing Device Access in Okoboji

Computing Device Access in Okoboji
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop32776.6%
Smartphone37487.6%
Tablet26361.6%
No Computing Device102.3%
Total427100.0%

Internet Access in Okoboji

Internet Access in Okoboji
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home28767.2%
Cellular Data Only8119.0%
Satellite Internet286.6%
No Internet5613.1%
Total427100.0%

Okoboji Summary

Kobojii, Iowa is a small city located in Dickinson County in the northwest corner of the state. It is situated on the eastern shore of West Okoboji Lake, one of the five glacial lakes known as the Iowa Great Lakes. The city is known for its natural beauty, recreational activities, and vibrant downtown.

History

The area now known as Okoboji was first inhabited by the Sioux and Winnebago tribes. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the mid-1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1856. The town was named after the Sioux word for “resting place”.
In the late 1800s, the area became a popular tourist destination, and the first hotel was built in 1877. The town was incorporated in 1881, and the first school was built in 1883.
In the early 1900s, the town began to develop as a resort destination. The first golf course was built in 1910, and the first amusement park opened in 1912. The town also became a popular destination for fishing and boating.
In the 1950s, the town began to develop as a year-round destination. The first shopping center was built in 1956, and the first movie theater opened in 1958. The town also began to attract more visitors with its natural beauty and recreational activities.

Geography

Okoboji is located in Dickinson County in the northwest corner of Iowa. It is situated on the eastern shore of West Okoboji Lake, one of the five glacial lakes known as the Iowa Great Lakes. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and wooded areas.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, of which 3.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of 1,068 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Okoboji is largely driven by tourism. The city is a popular destination for fishing, boating, swimming, and other recreational activities. The city also has a vibrant downtown area with shops, restaurants, and other businesses.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a boat manufacturer and a plastics manufacturer. The city also has a large agricultural sector, with corn, soybeans, and other crops being grown in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Okoboji was 2,945. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Okoboji was $45,938, and the median family income was $54,844. The per capita income was $25,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Okoboji?
Total Population of Okoboji is 784.
What is the Total Male Population of Okoboji?
Total Male Population of Okoboji is 357.
What is the Total Female Population of Okoboji?
Total Female Population of Okoboji is 427.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Okoboji?
There are 83.61 Males per 100 Females in Okoboji.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Okoboji?
There are 119.61 Females per 100 Males in Okoboji.
What is the Median Population Age in Okoboji?
Median Population Age in Okoboji is 57.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Okoboji
Average Family Size in Okoboji is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Okoboji
Average Household Size in Okoboji is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Okoboji?
Per Capita income in Okoboji is $59,195.
What is the Median Family Income in Okoboji?
Median Family Income in Okoboji is $98,438.
What is the Median Household income in Okoboji?
Median Household Income in Okoboji is $56,845.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Okoboji?
Income or Wage Gap in Okoboji is 54.7%.
Women in Okoboji earn 45.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Okoboji?
Inequality or Gini Index in Okoboji is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Okoboji?
There are 427 People in the Labor Forcein in Okoboji.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Okoboji?
62.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Okoboji.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Okoboji?
Unemployment Rate in Okoboji is 2.1%.