Rock Rapids, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,653 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$499 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lyon 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

Lyon County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 16
Feb 1 5 21
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 2 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 5 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 2, IA State House District 4, IA
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Schools

Central Lyon Senior High School
<1 miles, SW • 5 star
Central Lyon Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Central Lyon Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Ellsworth Secondary
10 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Northwest Iowa Community College
22 miles, S • 2.8 star
Dordt University
24 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Joe Foss Field
31 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
147 miles, S • 2.8 star
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