Poweshiek County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
18,582 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,837 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$184,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$592 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$628 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 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 20
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 1 7 23

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 46% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 27, IA State House District 53, IA
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Schools

Montezuma Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Montezuma Junior High School
6 miles, SW • 4.6 star

Colleges

Grinnell College
11 miles, NW • 2.8 star
William Penn University
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Central College
28 miles, W • 2.8 star
Marshalltown Community College
30 miles, N • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Grinnell Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Mahaska Health Partnership
27 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
27 miles, NW • 5 star

Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
44 miles, E • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
60 miles, W • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
61 miles, NE • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
105 miles, E • 1 star