Dallas County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
104,136 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,349 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$333,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$740 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,149 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
4
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

Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 20
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 7 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 14, IA State House District 28, IA
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Schools

Dallas Center-Grimes Middle School
4 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Dallas Center Elementary
4 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
18 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Broadlawns Medical Center
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
22 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
100 miles, W • 2.8 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
103 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
121 miles, E • 1.4 star
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