Iowa Colony, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
11,028 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$126,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$356,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$866 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,989 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brazoria County
2
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Brazoria County
3
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 52
Feb 3 0 56
Mar 3 0 62
Apr 3 0 68
May 4 0 76
Jun 5 0 81
Jul 4 0 83
Aug 4 0 83
Sep 5 0 79
Oct 5 0 71
Nov 4 0 63
Dec 4 0 55

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, TX State Senate District 11, TX State House District 25, TX
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Schools

Meridiana El
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Heritage Rose El
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Alvin Community College
11 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Jay's Technical Institute
16 miles, N • 1 star
Trend Barber College
16 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Hca Houston Healthcare Pearland
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Luke's Sugar Land Hospital
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

William P Hobby Airport
17 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
91 miles, E • 1 star
Easterwood Field
97 miles, N • 1 star
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