Hamilton County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
14,893 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$701 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 4 1 47
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 28, IA State House District 55, IA
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Schools

South Hamilton Elem
7 miles, S • 4.6 star

Colleges

Ellsworth Community College
24 miles, E • 1.9 star
Iowa State University
25 miles, S • 3.2 star
Iowa Central Community College
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Van Diest Medical Center
7 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
23 miles, N • 4.1 star
Boone County Hospital
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
59 miles, S • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
68 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
108 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
121 miles, NE • 1 star