Housing and Utilities

Housing & Utilities

lake home A low cost of living and affordable housing prices are important factors when considering relocating to a community or region. The Corridor has a variety of housing choices for all – lakefront, countryside, condo, traditional, modern – own or rent – and our median housing values are generally low, lower than the statewide average for Iowa and well below the national average. To see what is available visit Multiple Listing Services in the region – Spencer MLS, Spirit Lake MLS and Storm Lake MLS.

Our region is home to quality and reliable utility providers. They include:

Alliant Energy
- (For Businesses)
Black Hills Energy (natural gas)
Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative
Mediacom (Cable TV, Internet)
MidAmerican Energy
Milford Municipal Utilities
Centurylink (telecommunications)
Spencer Municipal Utilities (water, electricity, communications)

Fast Facts About Iowa Lakes

Healthy Income

Median household incomes in Dickinson Country are greater than the Iowa and nation median incomes. Clay, Buena Vista and Emmet Counties have median household incomes ranging from $44,556 to $50,289.

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Highway improvements...

Safe and efficient highways are throughout the region for commercial, resident and tourist traffic. Recently improved roads include Iowa 86 and 9, and US 20 and 71.

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Low cost of living and affordable housing...

The cost of living and housing prices in the Iowa Lakes Corridor are below the US averages.

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Employment Opportunity

The Corridor offers career opportunities in the key industries of agriculture, manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, and health services.

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Trails, trails and trails. . .

There are more than 200 miles of trails throughout the Iowa Lakes Corridor region for the cyclists, runners, walkers, cross country skiers and snowmobilers.

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After 5 p.m. you are on vacation!

The Iowa Lakes Corridor offers balance in life. Spend time with loved ones, meet career objectives, and enjoy scenic commutes, excellent schools, safe communities and endless recreational opportunities.

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