Oskaloosa, KS is a small town with a population of 1,000 and a population density of 1,063 people per square mile. It is located in Jefferson County and is within close proximity to the larger city of Topeka where many larger businesses are located. The town is home to a variety of different businesses including restaurants, specialty stores, and retail establishments that serve the local community. There are also many year-round outdoor activities available such as camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating on nearby rivers and lakes, and horseback riding. Additionally there are several organizations in town committed to preserving the history and culture of Oskaloosa such as the Oskaloosa Historical Society. The local sports teams have also been successful in recent years with teams competing in basketball tournaments across the state. All in all, Oskaloosa is an ideal small town living environment for those looking for peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.
The population in Oskaloosa is 1,000. There are 1,006 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Oskaloosa is 40.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Oskaloosa is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Oskaloosa
- 51.1% are married
- 11.6% are divorced
- 37.2% are married with children
- 22.9% have children, but are single
Race in Oskaloosa
- 86.0% are White
- 1.5% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.5% claim Other
- 6.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 5.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander