Lamoni, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,121 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,300 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$515 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$502 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Decatur County
1
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

Decatur County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 23
Feb 1 5 27
Mar 2 3 39
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 1 39
Dec 1 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 12, IA State House District 24, IA
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Schools

Lamoni Middle School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Lamoni High School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Lamoni Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Graceland University-Lamoni
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Southwestern Community College
39 miles, N • 1.4 star
North Central Missouri College
41 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Harrison County Community Hospital
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Clarke County Hospital
29 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
65 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Kansas City International Airport
100 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Eppley Airfield
113 miles, NW • 2.8 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
145 miles, E • 1.4 star
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