Cascade, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
2,565 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,861 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$540 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dubuque County
3
Dubuque Metro Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dubuque County
4
Dubuque Metro Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 18
Feb 1 6 23
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 2 9 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (50%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 34, IA State House District 67, IA
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Schools

Cascade Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Dubuque
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Emmaus Bible College
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Jones Regional Medical Center
19 miles, SW • 5 star
Finley Hospital
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center
21 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
17 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
46 miles, W • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
64 miles, S • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
73 miles, NW • 1 star
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