Elberon, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
162
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
1.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$102,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$460
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$328
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Tama County
4
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
Tama County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 22 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 61%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 27, IA State House District 53, IASchools
Keystone Elementary School
6 miles, SE
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4.6
Longfellow Elementary School
8 miles, S
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4.6
Belle Plaine Jr/Sr High School
8 miles, S
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4.6
Dysart-Geneseo Elementary School
11 miles, NE
•
5
Colleges
Grinnell College
27 miles, W
•
2.8
Hawkeye Community College
29 miles, N
•
1.9
Marshalltown Community College
30 miles, W
•
1.9
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
31 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
Compass Memorial Healthcare
19 miles, S
Virginia Gay Hospital
19 miles, E
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4.1
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
28 miles, W
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4.1
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
30 miles, NW
•
2.3
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
32 miles, SE
•
1.4
Waterloo Regional Airport
38 miles, N
•
1
Des Moines International Airport
77 miles, W
•
2.3
Dubuque Regional Airport
87 miles, E
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1