Stanwood, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
520 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cedar 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

Cedar County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 20
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 2 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 41, IA State House District 82, IA
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Schools

North Cedar Jr/Sr High School
5 miles, SE • 4.6 star
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elem Ctr
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Olin Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Tipton Middle School
8 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Cornell College
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
University of Iowa
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Jones Regional Medical Center
16 miles, N • 5 star
Mercy Hospital
25 miles, W • 5 star
Mercy Medical Center-Cedar Rapids
27 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
29 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
42 miles, NE • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
45 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
79 miles, NW • 1 star
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