Gladbrook, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
998 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$510 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tama County
4
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

Tama County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 19
Feb 1 7 23
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 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 1 8 22

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 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Schools

GMG Secondary School
7 miles, S 4.6 star
GMG Elementary School
8 miles, W 4.6 star
BCLUW High School
8 miles, NW 4.6 star
BCLUW Elementary School
8 miles, NW 4.6 star

Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
16 miles, SW 1 star
Marshalltown Community College
16 miles, SW 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Cedar Falls
24 miles, NE 1.4 star
Hawkeye Community College
26 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Grundy County Memorial Hospital
12 miles, N 4.1 star
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
14 miles, W 2.3 star
Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center
27 miles, NE 3.2 star
Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc
27 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
30 miles, NE 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
56 miles, SE 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
66 miles, W 2.3 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
104 miles, E 1 star