Lucas, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
137 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
37.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,548 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
65.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$34,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$290 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$941 $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

Lucas 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

Lucas County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Chariton Middle School
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Van Allen Elementary School
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Chariton High School
8 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Simpson College
24 miles, N • 2.8 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
38 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Central College
38 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Clarke County Hospital
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Wayne County Hospital
21 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
36 miles, N • 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
108 miles, E • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
119 miles, NE • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
128 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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