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Oskaloosa, IA
Oskaloosa is a city in, and the county seat of, Mahaska County, Iowa, United States.[4] In the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, Oskaloosa was a national center of bituminous coal mining. The population was 11,558 in the 2020 U.S. census.
Oskaloosa derives its name from Tuscaloosa who, according to town lore, was a Creek princess who married Seminole chief Osceola. A local tradition was that her name meant "last of the beautiful." (This interpretation of "last of the beautiful" is not correct. "Oskaloosa" in the Mvskoke-Creek language means "black rain," from the Mvskoke words "oske" (rain) and "lvste" (black). "loosa" is an English corruption of the Mvskoke word "lvste". See for example the Wikipedia entry for Tuskaloosa, an eponym of the town of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. In addition the Mvskoke word "Ouscaloosa" means "Black Water"). The first European-American settlers arrived in 1835, led by Nathan Boone, the youngest son of frontiersman Daniel Boone. Acting on instructions from Stephen W. Kearny, he selected this as the first site of Fort Des Moines, located on a high ridge between the Skunk and Des Moines rivers. The ridge was originally called the Narrows.
The town was formally platted in 1844 when William Canfield moved his trading post from the Des Moines River to Oskaloosa. The town was designated by the legislature as the county seat in the same year.
The Des Moines Valley Railroad was built north from Eddyville, Iowa through Oskaloosa to Pella, Iowa in 1864. In 1873, this became the Keokuk and Des Moines Railroad, and in 1887, it was leased by the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railroad. The Central Iowa Railway followed, which became the Iowa Central Railway in 1888 and was absorbed by the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway in 1901. In 1883, the Burlington and Western Railway reached Oskaloosa; this was a narrow gauge line that was widened to Standard Gauge in 1902 and then merged with the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.45 square miles (19.30 km2), of which 7.43 square miles (19.24 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2) is water.
Oskaloosa places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. The Mahaska Health serves as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents, emphasizing prevention, education, and community wellness programs. The William Penn Activity Center features modern fitness equipment and group exercise classes to keep the community active and engaged. Essential Massage & Spa focuses on relaxation and recovery with expert massage services. Anytime Fitness provides 24/7 gym access and personalized training plans. Mahaska Chiropractic Center offers chiropractic care and holistic health solutions to enhance overall well-being. The Mahaska County YMCA is another excellent option for community wellness and fitness programs.
The top sites in Oskaloosa, IA are Chief Mahaska Statue, Harvest Point Golf Course, Nelson Pioneer Farm & Museum/Mahaska County Historical Society, and Edmundson Park.
Population: 11,482 (2022). ZIP Code: 52577. Area code: 641. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Area: 8.04 sq mi (20.81 km2).
FAQs
What is the history of Oskaloosa, IA?
Oskaloosa (population 10,938) was platted in 1844 and became the county seat of Mahaska County that same year. The location was the narrowest point on the divide between the Des Moines and Skunk rivers, known as the "Narrows." The town was named after the daughter of a Creek Indian chief. Oskaloosa grew quickly, and during the 1850s and 1860s was an important stage coach stop. The Nelson Pioneer Farm, which is owned by the Mahaska Historical Society and located just outside of Oskaloosa, interprets the importance of agriculture to the town’s 19th century prosperity. Late in that century, coal mining became a principal industry in Mahaska County, and Oskaloosa became a key coal shipping center in the state.
Is Oskaloosa, IA safe?
The crime rate in Oskaloosa is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Oskaloosa is 1 in 62. Based on FBI crime data, Oskaloosa is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Iowa, Oskaloosa has a crime rate that is higher than 88% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.
Is Oskaloosa, IA a nice place to live?
Oskaloosa is in Mahaska County. Living in Oskaloosa offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Oskaloosa there are a lot of parks. Many families, young professionals, and retirees live in Oskaloosa and residents tend to be conservative.
Sources
Nelson Pioneer Farm & Museum/Mahaska County Historical Society
The William Penn Activity Center
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