State House District 17, 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
2/10
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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
31,492
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$59,053
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$118,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$512
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Iowa
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 22 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 66%Schools
Lenox Elementary School
2 miles, N
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5
Lenox High School
3 miles, N
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4.6
Diagonal Elementary School
11 miles, SE
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3.7
Diagonal Junior-Senior High School
11 miles, SE
•
4.1
Colleges
Southwestern Community College
19 miles, NE
•
1.4
Graceland University-Lamoni
36 miles, SE
•
1.9
Northwest Missouri State University
38 miles, SW
•
2.3
Conception Seminary College
42 miles, SW
Hospitals
Chi Health-Mercy Corning
14 miles, N
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4.1
Greater Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NE
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4.1
Ringgold County Hospital
19 miles, SE
Clarinda Regional Health Center
27 miles, W
•
2.3
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
67 miles, NE
•
2.3
Eppley Airfield
77 miles, NW
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2.8
Kansas City International Airport
107 miles, SW
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3.7
Lincoln Airport
115 miles, NW
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