Hawkeye, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
521 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$78,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$472 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$378 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fayette 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

Fayette County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 17
Feb 1 7 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 34, IA State House District 68, IA
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Schools

West Union Elementary School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
North Fayette Valley High School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
Fayette Elementary
10 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Upper Iowa University
10 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Northeast Iowa Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Luther College
27 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Wartburg College
31 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
35 miles, SW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
72 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
73 miles, SE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
74 miles, NE • 1 star
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