Ellston, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
33 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,714 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$21,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$513 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ringgold 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

Ringgold County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 22
Feb 1 5 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 2 1 50
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 38
Dec 1 5 25

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 17, IA
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Schools

Mount Ayr High School
10 miles, SW • 5 star
Mount Ayr Elementary
11 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Diagonal Junior-Senior High School
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
Diagonal Elementary School
12 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Graceland University-Lamoni
18 miles, S • 1.9 star
Southwestern Community College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
Simpson College
46 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Greater Regional Medical Center
22 miles, N • 4.1 star
Clarke County Hospital
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
53 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
98 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Kansas City International Airport
111 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Lincoln Airport
138 miles, NW • 1 star
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