Drakesville, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
152 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$773 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Davis 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

Davis County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 24
Feb 1 6 28
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 13, IA State House District 26, IA
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Schools

Davis County Middle School
5 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Davis County Elementary
5 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Moulton-Udell High School
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
16 miles, NE • 1 star
Indian Hills Community College
18 miles, NE • 1.4 star
William Penn University
36 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Ottumwa Regional Health Center
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mercyone Centerville Medical Center
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Monroe County Hospital
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
80 miles, NW • 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
85 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
112 miles, E • 1.4 star
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