Buck Grove, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
23 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
15.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
34.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$294 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$516 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crawford 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

Crawford County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 2 49
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 3 36
Dec 1 8 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 6, IA State House District 12, IA
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Schools

Boyer Valley Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Broadway Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Denison Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Iowa Western Community College
49 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Nebraska Indian Community College
51 miles, NW • 1 star
Buena Vista University
51 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Crawford County Memorial Hospital
7 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Myrtue Medical Center
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
50 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
93 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lincoln Airport
102 miles, SW • 1 star
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