Garrison, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
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
292 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$65,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$377 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$492 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro 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

Benton County
1
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 9 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 42, IA State House District 84, IA
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Schools

Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School
6 miles, E • 4.6 star
Vinton-Shellsburg High School
6 miles, E • 4.6 star
Tilford Elementary School
6 miles, E • 5 star
Dysart-Geneseo Elementary School
9 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Hawkeye Community College
22 miles, N • 1.9 star
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Purdue University Global-Cedar Rapids
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Virginia Gay Hospital
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
29 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
31 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
76 miles, E • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
89 miles, W • 2.3 star
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