Essex, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
875
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,344
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$87,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$338
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$442
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Page County
3
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
Page County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 23 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 28 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 18, IASchools
Essex Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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4.1
Essex Junior-Senior High School
<1 miles, SW
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4.6
Logan Preschool
6 miles, SW
Shenandoah High School
6 miles, SW
•
4.6
Colleges
Peru State College
33 miles, SW
•
1.9
Bellevue University
39 miles, NW
•
3.2
Iowa Western Community College
40 miles, N
•
1.9
Northwest Missouri State University
40 miles, S
•
2.3
Hospitals
Shenandoah Medical Center
6 miles, SW
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3.2
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE
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3.2
Clarinda Regional Health Center
16 miles, SE
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2.3
George C Grape Community Hospital
23 miles, W
Airports
Eppley Airfield
45 miles, N
•
2.8
Lincoln Airport
76 miles, NW
•
1
Des Moines International Airport
98 miles, E
•
2.3
Kansas City International Airport
111 miles, S
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3.7