Adams County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
3,641 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,828 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$487 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$529 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Iowa
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 17, IA
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Schools

Corning Elementary School
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Corning High School
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Lenox Elementary School
12 miles, S • 5 star
Lenox High School
12 miles, S • 4.6 star

Colleges

Southwestern Community College
17 miles, E • 1.4 star
Northwest Missouri State University
47 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
49 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Chi Health-Mercy Corning
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Greater Regional Medical Center
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
27 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
64 miles, E • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
65 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
108 miles, W • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
119 miles, SW • 3.7 star