Le Grand, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
779 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$516 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$689 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
3
Marshalltown Urban Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
3
Marshalltown Urban Area
3
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 19
Feb 1 5 23
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 4 1 48
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Schools

East Marshall Senior High School
<1 miles, NW 4.6 star
JC Hoglan Elementary School
7 miles, NW 3.7 star
Marshalltown High School
7 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Marshalltown Community College
7 miles, W 1.9 star
Grinnell College
18 miles, S 2.8 star
Purdue University Global-Cedar Falls
36 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
7 miles, NW 2.3 star
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
18 miles, S 4.1 star
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
24 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
25 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
42 miles, NE 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
55 miles, SE 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
56 miles, W 2.3 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
109 miles, E 1 star