Kalona, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,679 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,766 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$221,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$691 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$590 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
4
Iowa City 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

Washington County
2
Iowa City Metro Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 21
Feb 1 7 25
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 2 1 49
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 72
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 1 38
Dec 2 7 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 46, IA State House District 92, IA
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Schools

Mid-Prairie Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Pathway Christian School
2 miles, N • 1 star
Iowa Mennonite School
6 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Iowa
15 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Kirkwood Community College
29 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital
15 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
62 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
81 miles, NE • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
82 miles, N • 1 star
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