Shenandoah, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
4,913 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,469 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$397 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$574 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Page County
3
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

Page County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 23
Feb 1 5 27
Mar 2 4 39
Apr 2 1 50
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 1 5 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Schools

Logan Preschool
<1 miles, SE
Shenandoah High School
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Shenandoah Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Shenandoah Middle School
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star

Colleges

Peru State College
27 miles, SW 1.9 star
Northwest Missouri State University
38 miles, S 2.3 star
Bellevue University
39 miles, NW 3.2 star
National American University-Bellevue
41 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Shenandoah Medical Center
<1 miles, S 3.2 star
Clarinda Regional Health Center
18 miles, SE 2.3 star
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Eppley Airfield
46 miles, N 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
73 miles, NW 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
104 miles, E 2.3 star
Kansas City International Airport
107 miles, S 3.7 star