Cedar Rapids Metro Area, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
275,960
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$77,084
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$202,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$754
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 23 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 35 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 42, IA State House District 83, IASchools
Echo Hill Elementary
1 miles, SE
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4.6
Oak Ridge School
1 miles, S
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4.6
Westfield Elementary School
2 miles, SW
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4.6
Excelsior Middle School
2 miles, S
•
4.6
Colleges
Mount Mercy University
6 miles, SW
•
2.8
Coe College
7 miles, SW
•
2.8
Mercy-St Luke's School of Radiologic Technology
7 miles, SW
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
10 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Lukes Hospital
7 miles, SW
•
4.1
Mercy Medical Center-Cedar Rapids
8 miles, SW
•
5
Jones Regional Medical Center
19 miles, E
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5
Virginia Gay Hospital
20 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
14 miles, SW
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1.4
Waterloo Regional Airport
51 miles, NW
•
1
Dubuque Regional Airport
52 miles, E
•
1
Quad City International Airport
73 miles, SE
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1.4