Primghar, 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
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
965
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$77,813
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$135,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$512
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$642
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
O'Brien County
3
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
O'Brien County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 16 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 22 |
| Mar | 2 | 6 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 1 | 4 | 34 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 20 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 77%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 3, IA State House District 5, IASchools
South O'Brien Elem Sch Primghar Center
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Sanborn Christian School
7 miles, N
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle School
7 miles, N
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4.6
South O'Brien Secondary School
8 miles, SW
•
4.6
Colleges
Northwest Iowa Community College
15 miles, NW
•
2.8
Northwestern College
23 miles, W
•
1.9
Dordt University
28 miles, W
•
1.9
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake
34 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
Baum Harmon Mercy Hospital
<1 miles, N
Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
13 miles, NW
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4.1
Orange City Area Health System
22 miles, W
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4.1
Cherokee Regional Medical Center
23 miles, S
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3.2
Airports
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
61 miles, SW
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1
Joe Foss Field
66 miles, NW
•
1.4
Eppley Airfield
124 miles, SW
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2.8
Des Moines International Airport
147 miles, S
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2.3