Jamaica, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
202 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$65,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$356 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Guthrie County
1
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Guthrie County
1
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 7 24

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

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 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 24, IA State House District 47, IA
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Schools

St Patrick School
11 miles, SE
Perry Elementary
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Panorama Elementary
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Panorama Middle School
11 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
34 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Boone County Hospital
26 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
40 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
90 miles, W • 2.8 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
109 miles, E • 1 star
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