Boyden, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
702 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,354 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$515 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sioux 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

Sioux County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 6 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 4 33
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 12% of residents leaning left and 85% leaning right.

Liberal (12%) (85%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 2, IA State House District 4, IA
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Schools

Boyden-Hull Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Western Christian High School
7 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Boyden-Hull High School
7 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Northwest Iowa Community College
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Dordt University
11 miles, W • 1.9 star
Northwestern College
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sioux Center Health
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Orange City Area Health System
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
46 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
130 miles, S • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
165 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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