Hayfield, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
0 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$667 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$434 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock 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

Hancock County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 16
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 4 34
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Schools

Forest City Elementary School
6 miles, NE 4.6 star
Forest City High School
6 miles, NE 5 star
Forest City Middle School
6 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Waldorf University
6 miles, NE 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
23 miles, SE 1.4 star
North Iowa Area Community College
28 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Hancock County Health System
8 miles, W 4.1 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
23 miles, S 5 star
Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center
24 miles, SE 3.2 star
Kossuth Regional Health Center
28 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Rochester International Airport
78 miles, E 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
78 miles, SE 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
114 miles, S 2.3 star