Belle Plaine, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,412 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,517 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
1
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 8 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 42, IA State House District 84, IA
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Schools

Longfellow Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Belle Plaine Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Keystone Elementary School
8 miles, NE • 4.6 star
H-L-V Elementary School
12 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Grinnell College
25 miles, W • 2.8 star
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirkwood Community College
32 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Virginia Gay Hospital
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
26 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
32 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
29 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
46 miles, N • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
76 miles, W • 2.3 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
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