Rudd, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
568 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$561 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$660 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Floyd County
2
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

Floyd County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 7 21
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 47
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 9 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 29, IA State House District 58, IA
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Schools

Central Springs Middle School
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
RRMR Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

North Iowa Area Community College
12 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
17 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Wartburg College
35 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Mitchell County Regional Health
12 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Floyd County Medical Center
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
47 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
58 miles, NE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
98 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
105 miles, S • 1.4 star
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