Alden, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
792 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$494 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hardin County
1
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

Hardin County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 18
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 4 2 48
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 27, IA State House District 54, IA
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Schools

Alden Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Riverbend Middle School
6 miles, E • 4.1 star
Iowa Falls - Alden High School
6 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Ellsworth Community College
6 miles, E • 1.9 star
Iowa State University
36 miles, SW • 3.2 star
PCI Academy-Ames
38 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Van Diest Medical Center
22 miles, W • 4.1 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
23 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
50 miles, E • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
69 miles, SW • 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
96 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
106 miles, NE • 1 star
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