Rake, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
199 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,071 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$34,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$536 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$566 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Winnebago 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

Winnebago County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 6 32
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 5, IA State House District 9, IA
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Schools

North Iowa High School
6 miles, SW • 4.6 star
North Iowa Elem Buffalo Center
6 miles, SW • 4.6 star
North Iowa Middle School
6 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Blue Earth Area Middle
14 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Waldorf University
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
41 miles, SE • 1.4 star
North Iowa Area Community College
46 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Hancock County Health System
27 miles, S • 4.1 star
Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont
29 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
77 miles, E • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
100 miles, SE • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
135 miles, S • 2.3 star
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