Goewey township, Iowa
Goewey township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Goewey township is a geographic entity located in Osceola County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 225. The land area covers 36.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | ±92 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±51.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 122 | ±49 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 122 | ±49 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 122 | ±49 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $58,660 | ±$22,810 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 112 | ±64 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±17.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 6,036 (2024)
ID: 138187
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
300 7TH ST, STE 6, SIBLEY IA 51249-1648
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Sheldon, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Little Rock, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Hartley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Sanborn, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Sheldon, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sheldon, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Sheldon, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Sibley, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sibley, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Northwest Iowa Community College
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College | 12.8 mi away | 603 W Park St, Sheldon, IA, 51201 |
7123245061
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MELVIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 232 MAIN ST, MELVIN, IA, 51350 |
(712) 736-2107
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Avalon School of Cosmetology
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College | 23.2 mi away | 1428 N McMillan St, Worthington, MN, 56187 |
5073722344
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ASHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 3029 3RD ST, ASHTON, IA, 51232 |
(712) 724-6426
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SIBLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 406 9TH ST, SIBLEY, IA, 51249 |
(712) 754-2888
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SANBORN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 407 MAIN ST, SANBORN, IA, 51248 |
(712) 930-3215
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OCHEYEDAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 874 MAIN ST, OCHEYEDAN, IA, 51354 |
(712) 758-3352
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SHELDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 925 4TH AVE, SHELDON, IA, 51201 |
(712) 324-2442
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HARTLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 91 1ST ST SE, HARTLEY, IA, 51346 |
(712) 928-2080
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LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 402 MAIN ST, LITTLE ROCK, IA, 51243 |
(712) 479-2298
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SIBLEY, IA US, located 7.8 miles from Goewey township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.1° | 4.7° | 13.9° | 0.74" | 8.1" |
| February | 28.0° | 8.8° | 18.4° | 0.84" | 7.4" |
| March | 41.0° | 20.6° | 30.8° | 1.59" | 7.0" |
| April | 56.1° | 32.5° | 44.3° | 3.25" | 3.7" |
| May | 68.8° | 45.5° | 57.2° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 56.7° | 67.8° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 60.3° | 71.2° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 57.9° | 68.9° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.8° | 49.1° | 61.4° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.8° | 35.7° | 47.7° | 2.31" | 1.1" |
| November | 42.6° | 22.3° | 32.4° | 1.38" | 5.1" |
| December | 28.3° | 10.7° | 19.5° | 1.05" | 9.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melvin city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Ashton city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Sibley city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Sanborn city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Ocheyedan city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Sheldon city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1914391584. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.