Douds, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
59.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$107,534 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
6 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$84,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$446 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$939 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren 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

Van Buren County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 24
Feb 2 6 28
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Schools

Van Buren Elementary School
1 miles, W 4.1 star
Van Buren High School
10 miles, S 4.1 star
Fairfield Middle School
12 miles, NE 4.6 star
Cardinal High School High School
12 miles, NW 4.6 star

Colleges

Maharishi University of Management
13 miles, NE 1 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
22 miles, NW 1 star
Indian Hills Community College
22 miles, NW 1.4 star
Iowa Wesleyan University
29 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Jefferson County Health Center
11 miles, NE 3.2 star
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
22 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
74 miles, NE 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
92 miles, E 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
95 miles, NW 2.3 star