Harper, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$95,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Keokuk County
2
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

Keokuk County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 3 38
Apr 3 1 51
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 5 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 6 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 88, IA
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Schools

Keota Elementary School
5 miles, E • 4.6 star
Keota High School
5 miles, E • 4.6 star
Sigourney Jr-Sr High Sch
8 miles, W • 4.6 star
Sigourney Elementary
8 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Indian Hills Community College
28 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
30 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Jefferson County Health Center
26 miles, S • 3.2 star
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
29 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
40 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
80 miles, E • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
84 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
84 miles, N • 1 star
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