Irena, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
9 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$180,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$300,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$243 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Worth County
1
Missouri
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Worth County
1
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 24
Feb 1 5 29
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 1 4 27

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 4%

Schools

Worth Co High
4 miles, SW 2.3 star
Worth Co Elementary
4 miles, SW 2.3 star
Mount Ayr Elementary
15 miles, NE 4.6 star
Mount Ayr High School
15 miles, NE 5 star

Colleges

Graceland University-Lamoni
25 miles, E 1.9 star
Northwest Missouri State University
29 miles, W 2.3 star
Southwestern Community College
37 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Harrison County Community Hospital
27 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
78 miles, NE 2.3 star
Kansas City International Airport
88 miles, SW 3.7 star
Eppley Airfield
95 miles, NW 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
126 miles, NW 1 star