Marion County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
33,551 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,059 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$594 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$720 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pella Urban Area
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

Pella Urban Area
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 21
Feb 1 7 25
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 1 38
Dec 1 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 11, IA State House District 21, IA
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Schools

Northstar Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Knoxville Middle School
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Knoxville High School
2 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Central College
10 miles, E • 2.8 star
William Penn University
23 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Simpson College
24 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Pella Regional Health Center
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mahaska Health Partnership
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
33 miles, NW • 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
81 miles, E • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
92 miles, NE • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
134 miles, E • 1.4 star
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