The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Winneshiek county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.7℉ and the average temperature in January is 16.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 63% and the area covered by water is 0.04%. The overall influence score for Winneshiek is 8.
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Winneshiek County is located in the northeast corner of the state of Iowa and is part of the Decorah Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2019, the population was 21,385. The county seat is Decorah.
The county is mostly rural, with a few small towns. The median household income is $53,931 and the median home value is $157,400. The largest employment sectors are manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services.
The population is predominantly white (96%), with a small minority population (4%). Most residents identify as Christian (77%) with smaller percentages belonging to other faiths or no faith at all.
The area has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from 25 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Winneshiek County has many outdoor recreational activities such as camping, fishing, hunting, biking, hiking, and water sports. It also has several parks and lakes that are popular destinations for locals and visitors alike.
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State Office
210 Walnut Street, Room 873
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
ph: 515-284-4663
fax: 855-251-2243