Guthrie Center, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,603 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$495 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$624 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Guthrie County
1
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Guthrie County
1
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 7 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 24, IA State House District 47, IA
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Schools

Guthrie Center High School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Guthrie Center Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Panorama Elementary
6 miles, E • 4.1 star
Panorama Middle School
6 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
41 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
44 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
77 miles, W • 2.8 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
124 miles, E • 1 star
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