Hartford, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
814 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$170,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$892 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Warren County
5
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

Warren County
5
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 21
Feb 1 7 25
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 8 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% 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%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 7%

Schools

Hartford Upper Elementary
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Runnells Elementary
5 miles, NE 5 star
Carlisle High School
5 miles, NW 4.6 star
Carlisle Elementary School
5 miles, NW 4.6 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
15 miles, NW 3.2 star
Broadlawns Medical Center
16 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
14 miles, NW 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
92 miles, NE 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
92 miles, E 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
130 miles, W 2.8 star