Plainview, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
10 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$600 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
5
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island 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

Scott County
6
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 3 38
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 5 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 8 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Schools

Walcott Intermediate
6 miles, S 4.1 star
Walcott Elementary School
6 miles, S 4.1 star
John Glenn Elementary School
6 miles, E 4.6 star
Durant High School
8 miles, W 4.6 star

Colleges

Hamilton Technical College
13 miles, SE 1.9 star
Saint Ambrose University
14 miles, SE 2.8 star
Capri College-Davenport
14 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
14 miles, SE 3.2 star
Trinity-Bettendorf
15 miles, SE 4.1 star
Trinity-Rock Island
17 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
21 miles, S 1.4 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
50 miles, NW 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
51 miles, NE 1 star