Dakota County, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
21,331
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,655
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$168,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$592
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$792
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Sioux City Metro Area
3
Nebraska
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
Sioux City Metro Area
5
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 6 | 35 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 4 | 35 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Jackson Elementary
4 miles, N
Homer High School
6 miles, S
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2.8
Homer Elementary School
6 miles, S
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4.1
Dakota City Elementary School
7 miles, E
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3.7
Colleges
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
11 miles, E
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1
Briar Cliff University
12 miles, NE
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2.3
Little Priest Tribal College
12 miles, S
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1
Morningside College
12 miles, E
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2.3
Hospitals
Dunes Surgical Hospital
8 miles, NE
Mercyone Siouxland
11 miles, E
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2.3
St Lukes Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NE
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1.4
Pender Community Hospital
21 miles, SW
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4.1
Airports
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
9 miles, E
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1
Eppley Airfield
83 miles, S
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2.8
Joe Foss Field
83 miles, N
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1.4
Lincoln Airport
107 miles, SW
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1