State House District 21, 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
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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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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
31,884
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,095
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$213,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$613
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$741
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4%
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 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% 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%) (52%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Schools
Melcher-Dallas Elem
6 miles, S
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4.6
Melcher-Dallas High School
7 miles, S
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4.1
Melcher-Dallas Junior High School
7 miles, S
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4.6
Pleasantville High School
7 miles, NE
•
4.6
Colleges
Simpson College
14 miles, NW
•
2.8
Central College
22 miles, E
•
2.8
American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines
25 miles, N
Mercy College of Health Sciences
26 miles, N
•
2.8
Hospitals
Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
11 miles, E
•
4.1
Lucas County Health Center
19 miles, S
Pella Regional Health Center
22 miles, E
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4.1
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
26 miles, N
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4.1
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
24 miles, NW
•
2.3
The Eastern Iowa Airport
92 miles, E
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1.4
Waterloo Regional Airport
99 miles, NE
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1
Eppley Airfield
134 miles, NW
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2.8