Ferguson, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
97
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$51,250
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$75,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$320
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Marshall County
3
Marshalltown Urban Area
3
Iowa
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Marshall County
3
Marshalltown Urban Area
3
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 23 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 23 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 26, IA State House District 52, IASchools
East Marshall Elementary School
5 miles, SW
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4.6
East Marshall Middle School
6 miles, S
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4.6
JC Hoglan Elementary School
6 miles, N
•
3.7
East Marshall Senior High School
6 miles, NE
•
4.6
Colleges
Marshalltown Community College
5 miles, N
•
1.9
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
6 miles, N
•
1
Grinnell College
15 miles, S
•
2.8
Central College
37 miles, SW
•
2.8
Hospitals
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
8 miles, N
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2.3
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
15 miles, S
•
4.1
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
19 miles, SW
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5
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
30 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
49 miles, NE
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1
Des Moines International Airport
50 miles, W
•
2.3
The Eastern Iowa Airport
59 miles, SE
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1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
115 miles, E
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1