West Okoboji, Iowa facts for kids
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West Okoboji, Iowa
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Location of West Okoboji, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Dickinson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.38 sq mi (3.57 km2) |
| • Land | 1.25 sq mi (3.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.32 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,417 ft (432 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 308 |
| • Density | 245.61/sq mi (94.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51351
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-84450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0462892 |
West Okoboji is a city in Dickinson County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 308 people lived there. The city gets its name from the beautiful West Okoboji Lake, which it sits right next to. This area is part of the Iowa Great Lakes region, famous for its clear waters and fun activities.
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Where is West Okoboji Located?
West Okoboji is located in Iowa. Its exact position is 43°21′0″N 95°9′32″W / 43.35000°N 95.15889°W.
The city covers a total area of about 1.40 square miles (3.63 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.28 square miles (3.32 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.12 square miles (0.31 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1930 | 112 | — |
| 1940 | 117 | +4.5% |
| 1950 | 158 | +35.0% |
| 1960 | 171 | +8.2% |
| 1970 | 210 | +22.8% |
| 1980 | 435 | +107.1% |
| 1990 | 263 | −39.5% |
| 2000 | 432 | +64.3% |
| 2010 | 289 | −33.1% |
| 2020 | 308 | +6.6% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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The number of people living in West Okoboji can change a lot. This is because many visitors come during the summer. From May to September, the population grows as people arrive for vacations.
West Okoboji is a popular vacation spot. It is named after the beautiful West Okoboji Lake. This lake is special because it's known as one of only three "true blue water" lakes in the world. Its clear blue color comes from its glacial beginnings and underground springs.
Population in 2020
In 2020, the city had 308 residents. There were 157 households in total. Most people living here were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 1.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in West Okoboji was about 65 years old. Many residents were 65 years or older. About 13.3% of the people were under 20 years old.
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 289 people living in West Okoboji. Most of the residents were White. A small percentage of people were from other racial groups. About 1.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was about 59.5 years. Many people were 65 years or older. About 11.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
Schools in West Okoboji
The Okoboji Community School District serves the community. This school district was created in 1988. It combined the Arnolds Park and Milford school districts. Students in West Okoboji attend Okoboji High School, which is located in Milford.
See also
In Spanish: West Okoboji (Iowa) para niños
