Pleasant Hill, 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
6/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
10,796
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,890
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$284,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$740
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,107
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
4
Des Moines-West Des Moines 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
Polk County
5
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (50%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 47%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 20, IA State House District 39, IASchools
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
1 miles, SW
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4.6
McKee Elementary School
2 miles, NW
Hoyt Middle School
2 miles, NW
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3.2
Four Mile Elementary
2 miles, SE
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4.6
Colleges
Grand View University
5 miles, NW
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2.3
American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines
6 miles, W
Mercy College of Health Sciences
6 miles, W
•
2.8
Hospitals
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
6 miles, NW
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4.1
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
6 miles, NW
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
7 miles, W
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3.2
Broadlawns Medical Center
7 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
9 miles, W
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
87 miles, NE
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1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
95 miles, E
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1.4
Eppley Airfield
125 miles, W
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2.8