Alta, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,344 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,118 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$583 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Buena Vista County
4
Storm Lake Urban Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Buena Vista County
4
Storm Lake Urban Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 2 2 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 9 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 3, IA State House District 5, IA
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Schools

Alta Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Alta-Aurelia High School School
<1 miles, S • 5 star
Storm Lake Middle School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Storm Lake Elementary
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Buena Vista University
5 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Northwestern College
44 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
46 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
5 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Cherokee Regional Medical Center
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Loring Hospital
24 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
96 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
99 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
115 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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