Grafton, 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 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
233 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$94,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$592 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$372 $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

Worth County
2
Mason City Urban Area
2
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Worth County
1
Mason City Urban Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 15
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 6 32
Apr 4 2 45
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 30, IA State House District 60, IA
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Schools

Central Springs Elem Manly Campus
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
Central Springs High School
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
St Ansgar Elementary School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
St Ansgar Middle School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

North Iowa Area Community College
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
15 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Riverland Community College
24 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mitchell County Regional Health
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Floyd County Medical Center
27 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
49 miles, NE • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
63 miles, S • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
98 miles, E • 1 star
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