Columbus City, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
306 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
97.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisa County
3
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

Louisa County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 2 6 25
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 3 1 51
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 48, IA State House District 95, IA
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Schools

Roundy Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Columbus Community Junior High School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Columbus Community High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Waco Elementary School
9 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Wesleyan University
22 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Shiloh University
22 miles, NW
University of Iowa
29 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Trinity Muscatine
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
Henry County Health Center
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital
29 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
47 miles, N • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
47 miles, E • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
86 miles, NE • 1 star
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