Rose Hill, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
286
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$77,143
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$65,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$546
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Mahaska County
3
Oskaloosa Urban Area
3
Iowa
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Mahaska County
4
Oskaloosa Urban Area
4
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
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 60% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 69%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 88, IASchools
Fremont Elementary
8 miles, S
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3.2
Webster Building
9 miles, W
Oskaloosa High School
9 miles, W
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4.6
Oskaloosa Middle School
9 miles, W
•
4.1
Colleges
William Penn University
10 miles, W
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2.3
Indian Hills Community College
19 miles, S
•
1.4
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
21 miles, S
•
1
Central College
24 miles, NW
•
2.8
Hospitals
Mahaska Health Partnership
9 miles, W
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3.2
Keokuk County Health Center
13 miles, E
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
20 miles, S
•
4.1
Pella Regional Health Center
24 miles, NW
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4.1
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
55 miles, NE
•
1.4
Des Moines International Airport
64 miles, NW
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
86 miles, NE
•
1
Quad City International Airport
102 miles, E
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1.4