Montezuma, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,257
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$63,375
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$157,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$577
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Poweshiek County
5
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
Poweshiek County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (50%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 54%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 27, IA State House District 53, IASchools
Montezuma Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Montezuma Junior High School
<1 miles, NE
•
4.6
Montezuma High School
<1 miles, NE
•
4.6
North Mahaska Elementary School
10 miles, SW
•
4.6
Colleges
Grinnell College
15 miles, N
•
2.8
William Penn University
20 miles, SW
•
2.3
Central College
24 miles, W
•
2.8
Marshalltown Community College
35 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
15 miles, N
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4.1
Mahaska Health Partnership
20 miles, SW
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3.2
Pella Regional Health Center
23 miles, W
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4.1
Keokuk County Health Center
25 miles, S
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
47 miles, E
•
1.4
Des Moines International Airport
59 miles, W
•
2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
68 miles, NE
•
1
Quad City International Airport
105 miles, SE
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1.4