Kimballton, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
294 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$77,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$350 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Audubon County
2
Iowa
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Audubon County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 1 7 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 6, IA State House District 11, IA
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Schools

Audubon Elementary School
10 miles, E • 4.6 star
Audubon Middle-High School
10 miles, E • 4.6 star
ExiraElk Horn-Kimballton Elementary
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Iowa Western Community College
45 miles, W • 1.9 star
EQ School of Hair Design
49 miles, W • 1 star
Metropolitan Community College Area
51 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Myrtue Medical Center
13 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Cass County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
48 miles, W • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
73 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lincoln Airport
103 miles, W • 1 star
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