Bancroft, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
668 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,571 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$560 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kossuth County
2
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

Kossuth County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 14
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 5 32
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 5, IA State House District 9, IA
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Schools

North Union Middle School
8 miles, N • 4.6 star
North Kossuth Elementary School
8 miles, N • 4.6 star
North Union Elementary
10 miles, W • 4.6 star
Bishop Garrigan High School
15 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Waldorf University
29 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Iowa Lakes Community College
32 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
50 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Kossuth Regional Health Center
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Hancock County Health System
25 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont
27 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
96 miles, E • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
105 miles, SE • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
125 miles, S • 2.3 star
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