Auburn, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
172 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$486 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sac 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

Sac County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 19
Feb 1 6 23
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 3 2 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 4, IA State House District 7, IA
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Schools

South Central Calhoun High School
7 miles, E • 4.6 star
East Sac County High School
10 miles, NW • 5 star
Carroll Middle School
11 miles, S • 4.6 star
Carroll High School
11 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Buena Vista University
32 miles, N • 2.3 star
Iowa Central Community College
38 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Loring Hospital
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
80 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
84 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
128 miles, E • 1 star
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