Keokuk, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
9,748 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,340 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
4
Fort Madison Urban 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

Lee County
5
Fort Madison Urban Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 25
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 5 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 50, IA State House District 100, IA
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Schools

Keokuk High School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Keokuk Middle School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Culver-Stockton College
20 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Southeastern Community College
30 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Quincy University
32 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Unitypoint Health-Keokuk
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Blessing Hospital
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Fort Madison Community Hospital
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
86 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
99 miles, SE • 1 star
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