Stanton, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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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
670
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,938
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$97,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$444
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Montgomery County
4
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
Montgomery County
4
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 22 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 27 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 9, IA State House District 18, IASchools
Stanton High School
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Stanton Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Inman Primary School
7 miles, NW
•
4.1
Red Oak Middle School
7 miles, NW
•
4.1
Colleges
Southwestern Community College
38 miles, E
•
1.4
Iowa Western Community College
41 miles, NW
•
1.9
EQ School of Hair Design
43 miles, NW
•
1
Bellevue University
44 miles, NW
•
3.2
Hospitals
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
7 miles, NW
•
3.2
Clarinda Regional Health Center
18 miles, S
•
2.3
Chi Health-Mercy Corning
18 miles, E
•
4.1
Shenandoah Medical Center
21 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Eppley Airfield
47 miles, NW
•
2.8
Des Moines International Airport
84 miles, E
•
2.3
Lincoln Airport
87 miles, W
•
1
Kansas City International Airport
118 miles, S
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3.7