Marengo, 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 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to 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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,823 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$549 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Iowa 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

Iowa County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 19
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 1 7 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 46, IA State House District 91, IA
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Schools

Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Iowa Valley Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Amana Elementary School
9 miles, E • 4.6 star
Williamsburg Jr-Sr High School
10 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Capri College-Cedar Rapids
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirkwood Community College
23 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Lukes Hospital
25 miles, E • 4.1 star
Virginia Gay Hospital
26 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
55 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
81 miles, E • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
84 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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