Early, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
757 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$511 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sac 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

Sac County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 18
Feb 1 6 23
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 2 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 4, IA State House District 7, IA
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Schools

Schaller-Crestland Elementary
8 miles, NW • 4.6 star
East Sac County Middle School
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Buena Vista University
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
Iowa Central Community College
48 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Loring Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
89 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
100 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Joe Foss Field
112 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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