Hiawatha, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
7,178 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,628 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$631 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$764 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
3
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
6
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 8 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 7%

Schools

Nixon Elementary School
1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Hiawatha Elementary School
1 miles, S 4.6 star
Viola Gibson Elementary School
2 miles, W 4.6 star

Colleges

Mount Mercy University
4 miles, S 2.8 star
Coe College
5 miles, S 2.8 star
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
7 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

St Lukes Hospital
5 miles, S 4.1 star
Virginia Gay Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star
Jones Regional Medical Center
22 miles, E 5 star

Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
12 miles, SW 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
50 miles, NW 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
56 miles, E 1 star
Quad City International Airport
74 miles, SE 1.4 star