Dubuque Metro Area, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
98,948 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,919 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$636 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 18
Feb 1 7 22
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 2 10 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 33, IA State House District 65, IA
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Schools

Peosta Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Epworth Elementary School
3 miles, W • 5 star
Western Dubuque High School
4 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Emmaus Bible College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Dubuque
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Finley Hospital
10 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center
11 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
10 miles, SE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
58 miles, W • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
73 miles, S • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
78 miles, NW • 1 star
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