Rock Valley, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,061 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,012 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$225,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$855 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sioux 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

Sioux County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 5 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 2 2 47
May 2 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 4 34
Dec 1 9 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 12% of residents leaning left and 84% leaning right.

Liberal (12%) (86%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Rock Valley Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Rock Valley High School High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Dordt University
10 miles, S • 1.9 star
Northwestern College
18 miles, S • 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
21 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sioux Center Health
11 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
35 miles, N • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
133 miles, S • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
164 miles, SW • 1 star
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