Dixon, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
190 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$586 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
5
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
6
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 1 5 26
Mar 2 2 38
Apr 2 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 5 0 73
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 8 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Schools

John Glenn Elementary School
6 miles, SE 4.6 star
Bennett Elementary School
10 miles, W 4.1 star

Colleges

Hamilton Technical College
16 miles, S 1.9 star
Capri College-Davenport
17 miles, SE 1 star
Saint Ambrose University
17 miles, S 2.8 star

Hospitals

Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
18 miles, S 3.2 star
Trinity-Bettendorf
18 miles, SE 4.1 star
Trinity-Rock Island
21 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
25 miles, S 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
46 miles, NE 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
49 miles, NW 1.4 star