Fremont County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,570 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$147,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$532 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$568 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

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 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 1 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 8, IA State House District 16, IA
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Schools

Sidney Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Sidney High School
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Marnie Simons Elementary School
9 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Hamburg Middle School
9 miles, SW • 4.1 star

Colleges

Peru State College
20 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bellevue University
33 miles, N • 3.2 star
EQ School of Hair Design
37 miles, N • 1 star

Hospitals

Shenandoah Medical Center
12 miles, E • 3.2 star
Chi Health St Mary's
15 miles, W • 3.2 star

Airports

Eppley Airfield
42 miles, N • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
61 miles, NW • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
110 miles, S • 3.7 star
Des Moines International Airport
115 miles, E • 2.3 star