Saylorville, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
3,559
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,250
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$287,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$657
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,557
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
4
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
4
Iowa
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
5
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 22, IA State House District 43, IASchools
Cornell Elementary School
1 miles, S
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3.7
Crocker Elementary School
1 miles, N
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4.6
Saydel High School
2 miles, S
•
4.6
Woodside Middle School
2 miles, SE
•
3.7
Colleges
Des Moines Area Community College
2 miles, NE
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1.9
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
4 miles, NE
•
1.9
Grand View University
4 miles, S
•
2.3
Drake University
6 miles, SW
•
3.7
Hospitals
Broadlawns Medical Center
5 miles, SW
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
6 miles, S
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4.1
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
6 miles, S
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
6 miles, SW
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3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
10 miles, SW
•
2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
87 miles, E
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
100 miles, E
•
1.4
Eppley Airfield
120 miles, W
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2.8