Fremont, 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
10/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- 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
937
332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,239
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$89,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$481
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$446
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Mahaska County
3
Oskaloosa 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
Mahaska County
4
Oskaloosa Urban Area
4
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 22 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 88, IASchools
Fremont Elementary
<1 miles, E
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3.2
Eddyville-Blakesburg- Fremont Jr/Sr High
10 miles, W
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4.6
Eisenhower Elementary School
11 miles, S
•
4.6
Eddyville Elementary
11 miles, W
•
4.6
Colleges
Indian Hills Community College
12 miles, S
•
1.4
William Penn University
13 miles, NW
•
2.3
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
13 miles, S
•
1
Maharishi University of Management
28 miles, SE
•
1
Hospitals
Mahaska Health Partnership
12 miles, NW
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3.2
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
12 miles, S
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4.1
Keokuk County Health Center
14 miles, E
Monroe County Hospital
22 miles, W
•
3.2
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
60 miles, NE
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1.4
Des Moines International Airport
68 miles, NW
•
2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
93 miles, NE
•
1
Quad City International Airport
101 miles, E
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1.4