Red Oak, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
5,542 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,996 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$91,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$635 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
4
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

Montgomery County
4
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 7 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 18, IA
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Schools

Red Oak Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Inman Primary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Red Oak High School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Washington Intermediate School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Western Community College
35 miles, NW • 1.9 star
EQ School of Hair Design
36 miles, NW • 1 star
Bellevue University
37 miles, NW • 3.2 star
National American University-Bellevue
40 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Shenandoah Medical Center
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Clarinda Regional Health Center
22 miles, S • 2.3 star
Chi Health-Mercy Corning
25 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
40 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
81 miles, W • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
89 miles, E • 2.3 star
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