Ossian
City in Winneshiek County, Iowa

Ossian is a city in Winneshiek County, Iowa, with 802 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,266 ft (386 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Castalia, 5.0 miles SE.
- 802residents (2020 Census)
- 1,266 ftelevation · 386 m
- 1.1 sq miland area · 2.8 km²
- 751 / sq mipopulation density
- 52161ZIP code
About Ossian
Ossian (pronounced|ˈosh-ain) is a city in Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States. The population was 802 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Ossian
- Median household income
- $71,875
- Median home value
- $157,600
- Median rent
- $772/mo
- Median age
- 42.9
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Ossian had 802 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 802 |
|---|---|
| Density | 751 per sq mi (290 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Ossian at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Winneshiek County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 802 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.07 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1470° N, 91.7646° W |
| ZIP code | 52161 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1959970 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Ossian
- Castalia5.0 mi SE
- Calmar5.7 mi NW
- Fort Atkinson8.6 mi W
- St. Lucas10.2 mi SW
- Spillville10.2 mi W
- Decorah10.7 mi N
- Postville10.8 mi SE
- Clermont11.7 mi SE
- West Union13.2 mi S
- Jackson Junction14.6 mi W
- Elgin14.8 mi SE
- Waucoma15.0 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Ossian
What county is Ossian in?
Ossian is in Winneshiek County, Iowa.
What is the population of Ossian, IA?
802 people lived in Ossian at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Ossian, IA?
The ZIP code of Ossian is 52161.
What is the elevation of Ossian?
1,266 feet (386 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Ossian?
Castalia (5.0 mi), Calmar (5.7 mi), Fort Atkinson (8.6 mi), St. Lucas (10.2 mi), Spillville (10.2 mi).
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