Corning, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,573 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,446 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$84,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$547 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams 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

Adams County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 7%

Schools

Corning High School
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star
Corning Elementary School
<1 miles, NW 4.6 star
Lenox High School
12 miles, SE 4.6 star
Lenox Elementary School
12 miles, SE 5 star

Colleges

Southwestern Community College
20 miles, E 1.4 star
Northwest Missouri State University
45 miles, SW 2.3 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
50 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Chi Health-Mercy Corning
<1 miles, W 4.1 star
Greater Regional Medical Center
19 miles, E 4.1 star
Clarinda Regional Health Center
24 miles, SW 2.3 star
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
25 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Eppley Airfield
64 miles, NW 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
67 miles, E 2.3 star
Lincoln Airport
106 miles, W 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
117 miles, S 3.7 star