Benton County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
25,698 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,742 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cedar Rapids Metro Area
3
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

Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 18
Feb 1 6 23
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Vinton-Shellsburg High School
4 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School
5 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Tilford Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 5 star
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Colleges

Capri College-Cedar Rapids
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Purdue University Global-Cedar Rapids
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Coe College
22 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Virginia Gay Hospital
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
22 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mercy Medical Center-Cedar Rapids
22 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
37 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
72 miles, E • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
91 miles, W • 2.3 star
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