Carter Lake, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
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
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
3,773 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,037 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$161,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,056 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pottawattamie County
2
Omaha Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pottawattamie County
6
Omaha Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 23
Feb 1 7 27
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 3 2 50
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 1 53
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 10, IA State House District 20, IA
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Schools

Carter Lake Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Ncyf Community High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
King Science/Tech Magnet Ms
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Jesuit Academy
2 miles, W
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Colleges

Creighton University
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Metropolitan Community College Area
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Clarkson College
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

The Nebraska Medical Center
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs
4 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
53 miles, W • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
118 miles, E • 2.3 star
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