Mills County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
14,563 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,810 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$658 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$705 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Omaha Metro Area
4
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

Omaha Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 23
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 51
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 38
Dec 1 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 8, IA State House District 16, IA
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Schools

East Mills Jr/Sr High School
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Glenwood Senior High School
6 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Glenwood Middle School
6 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Bellevue University
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
EQ School of Hair Design
19 miles, N • 1 star
Iowa Western Community College
19 miles, N • 1.9 star
National American University-Bellevue
20 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bellevue Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Methodist Jennie Edmundson
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs
20 miles, N • 5 star
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
24 miles, N • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
61 miles, W • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
107 miles, E • 2.3 star
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