Dolliver, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
100 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$52,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Emmet County
5
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

Emmet County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 16
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 5, IA State House District 9, IA
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Schools

North Union High School
8 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Demoney Elementary
11 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Iowa Lakes Community College
12 miles, W • 1.9 star
Waldorf University
51 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera Holy Family Hospital
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
107 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
110 miles, E • 1 star
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