Ossian, IA is a small rural town with a population of 795 people. The population density is 722 people per square mile, which is significantly higher than the US Population density of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Ossian provides plenty of opportunities for locals and visitors alike with numerous local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events. Popular local businesses include Casey’s General Store for groceries and Smith’s Pharmacy for everyday needs. Outdoor activities in the area include fishing at nearby waterways such as Lake Meyer, golfing at Stone Creek or Cedar Valley Golf Courses, camping at nearby campgrounds and hiking trails like the Ocheyedan Mound Trail Area. There are also a variety of different organizations that provide services to the community such as Lions Club International and Ossian Fire Department. Every August locals participate in the annual Ossian Days festival which features a parade through downtown as well as food vendors, games and live music from local bands. Additionally, Ossian is home to the annual Turkey Trot 5K run/walk event held by the Duhawk Running Club each November.
The population in Ossian is 795. There are 747 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Ossian is 39.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Ossian is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Ossian
- 49.5% are married
- 8.4% are divorced
- 34.7% are married with children
- 16.3% have children, but are single
Race in Ossian
- 95.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander