Oakland, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,500 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$144,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$491 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$627 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pottawattamie County
2
Omaha Metro 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

Pottawattamie County
6
Omaha Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 2 3 38
Dec 1 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Riverside Elementary
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Riverside Community High School
2 miles, S • 4.6 star
AHSTW High School
11 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Western Community College
21 miles, W • 1.9 star
EQ School of Hair Design
24 miles, W • 1 star
Creighton University
29 miles, W • 3.7 star
Metropolitan Community College Area
29 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
Cass County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, E • 4.1 star
Methodist Jennie Edmundson
23 miles, W • 4.1 star
Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs
23 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
26 miles, W • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
78 miles, W • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
91 miles, E • 2.3 star
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