Dows, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
544 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$534 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$472 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wright 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

Wright County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 2 48
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 7 21

Hazards

Blizzard

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 28, IA State House District 55, IA
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Schools

CAL Elementary School
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
CAL Community High School
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
Alden Elementary School
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Ellsworth Community College
15 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
36 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Iowa Central Community College
38 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
14 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
56 miles, SE • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
78 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Rochester International Airport
100 miles, NE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
106 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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