Benton, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
23 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$675 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$491 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ringgold 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

Ringgold County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 1 6 26

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 17, IA
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Schools

Mount Ayr Elementary
7 miles, E • 4.6 star
Mount Ayr High School
7 miles, E • 5 star
Diagonal Junior-Senior High School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Diagonal Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Graceland University-Lamoni
24 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Southwestern Community College
26 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Missouri State University
37 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Greater Regional Medical Center
25 miles, N • 4.1 star
Chi Health-Mercy Corning
28 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
68 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
90 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Kansas City International Airport
99 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Lincoln Airport
126 miles, NW • 1 star
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