Montrose, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
688 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$461 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
4
Fort Madison Urban Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
5
Fort Madison Urban Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 25
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 5 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 50, IA State House District 100, IA
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Schools

Sts Peter & Paul
3 miles, NE
Central Lee Middle School
6 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Central Lee Elementary School
6 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Central Lee High School
6 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Southeastern Community College
24 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Culver-Stockton College
28 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Iowa Wesleyan University
32 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Fort Madison Community Hospital
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Unitypoint Health-Keokuk
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Blessing Hospital
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
18 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
80 miles, NE • 1.4 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
95 miles, N • 1.4 star
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