Soldier, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
123 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$75,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$413 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monona 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

Monona County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 1 3 36
Dec 1 8 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 7, IA State House District 13, IA
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Schools

Charter Oak-Ute Elementary School
11 miles, E • 4.6 star
Charter Oak-Ute Junior High School
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
Mapleton Elementary School
12 miles, N • 4.6 star
Maple Valley-Anthon Oto High School
12 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Nebraska Indian Community College
31 miles, NW • 1 star
Little Priest Tribal College
39 miles, NW • 1 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
44 miles, N • 1 star
Morningside College
45 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Burgess Health Center
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Crawford County Memorial Hospital
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Chi Health Missouri Valley
30 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
47 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
93 miles, SW • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
114 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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