Pulaski, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
365 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$482 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$538 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Davis County
1
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

Davis County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 24
Feb 2 6 28
Mar 3 3 39
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 13, IA State House District 26, IA
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Schools

Davis County Middle School
8 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Davis County Elementary
8 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Van Buren Elementary School
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
24 miles, N • 1 star
Indian Hills Community College
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
Maharishi University of Management
28 miles, NE • 1 star
Kirksville Area Technical Center
38 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Scotland County Hospital
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
25 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
87 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
93 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Quad City International Airport
106 miles, E • 1.4 star
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