Mapleton, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
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
997 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,955 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$556 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monona County
3
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

Monona 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 35
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 1 51
Nov 1 3 35
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 7, IA State House District 13, IA
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Schools

Mapleton Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Maple Valley-Anthon Oto High School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Charter Oak-Ute Elementary School
12 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Little Priest Tribal College
35 miles, NW • 1 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
35 miles, NW • 1 star
Western Iowa Tech Community College
36 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Burgess Health Center
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
Crawford County Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Mercyone Siouxland
38 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
60 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
104 miles, SW • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
109 miles, N • 1.4 star
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