O'Brien 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 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
14,103 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,216 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$497 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$595 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 5 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 47
May 3 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 1 4 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 3, IA State House District 5, IA
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Schools

South O'Brien Secondary School
8 miles, SW • 4.6 star

Colleges

Northwest Iowa Community College
15 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Northwestern College
23 miles, W • 1.9 star
Dordt University
27 miles, NW • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
13 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Orange City Area Health System
22 miles, W • 4.1 star
Cherokee Regional Medical Center
23 miles, S • 3.2 star

Airports

Joe Foss Field
66 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
124 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
147 miles, S • 2.3 star