Lacona, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
307
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,647
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$92,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$617
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Warren County
5
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
Warren County
5
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 22 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
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 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 11, IA State House District 21, IASchools
Southeast Warren Intermediate
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Southeast Warren Jr-Sr High School
6 miles, NW
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4.6
Southeast Warren Primary
8 miles, N
•
4.1
Melcher-Dallas High School
8 miles, E
•
4.1
Colleges
Simpson College
15 miles, N
•
2.8
Central College
28 miles, E
•
2.8
American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines
30 miles, N
Hospitals
Lucas County Health Center
12 miles, S
Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
17 miles, E
•
4.1
Clarke County Hospital
23 miles, W
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3.2
Pella Regional Health Center
29 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
28 miles, N
•
2.3
The Eastern Iowa Airport
99 miles, E
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1.4
Waterloo Regional Airport
107 miles, NE
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1
Eppley Airfield
131 miles, NW
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2.8