Kossuth County, Iowa is located in the north-central part of the state. It has a population of about 15,000 and covers an area of about 590 square miles. The county seat is Algona. Kossuth County offers a variety of transportation options for its residents and visitors. Public transportation in the county includes a bus system offered by Southeast Iowa Regional Transportation (SEIRT). There are three routes that run from Algona to other cities within the county such as Forest City and Swea City, making it easy to get around Kossuth County without having to drive or find parking. In addition, there are several taxi services available in Kossuth County that can offer rides throughout the region for those needing to travel further distances. For those looking for a more leisurely mode of transportation, bike trails and walking paths can be found throughout Kossuth County which allow one to explore the beautiful countryside on foot or by bicycle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Kossuth County takes 14.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Kossuth County get to work:
- 82.4% drive their own car alone
- 5.5% carpool with others
- 5.7% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit