State House District 21, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 7%

Schools

Melcher-Dallas Elem
6 miles, S 4.6 star
Melcher-Dallas High School
7 miles, S 4.1 star
Melcher-Dallas Junior High School
7 miles, S 4.6 star
Pleasantville High School
7 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Simpson College
14 miles, NW 2.8 star
Central College
22 miles, E 2.8 star
Mercy College of Health Sciences
26 miles, N 2.8 star

Hospitals

Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
11 miles, E 4.1 star
Pella Regional Health Center
22 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
24 miles, NW 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
92 miles, E 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
99 miles, NE 1 star
Eppley Airfield
134 miles, NW 2.8 star