Farmington, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
531 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,643 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$63,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$508 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren 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

Van Buren County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 24
Feb 2 6 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 87, IA
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Schools

Harmony Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Central Lee High School
12 miles, SE • 5 star
Central Lee Middle School
12 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Central Lee Elementary School
12 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Wesleyan University
25 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Southeastern Community College
32 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fort Madison Community Hospital
19 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Henry County Health Center
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Unitypoint Health-Keokuk
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
85 miles, E • 1.4 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
86 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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