State House District 38, 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
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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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
32,024
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,546
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$171,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$664
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3%
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 | 7 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Schools
Newton Christian School
1 miles, SE
Emerson Hough Elementary School
1 miles, S
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4.6
Berg Middle School
2 miles, SE
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4.6
WEST Academy Alternative School
2 miles, SW
•
3.2
Colleges
Grinnell College
17 miles, E
•
2.8
Marshalltown Community College
20 miles, NE
•
1.9
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
21 miles, NE
•
1
Central College
23 miles, S
•
2.8
Hospitals
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
1 miles, SW
•
5
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
16 miles, E
•
4.1
Pella Regional Health Center
23 miles, S
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4.1
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
24 miles, NE
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2.3
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
34 miles, W
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
67 miles, NE
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
70 miles, E
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1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
129 miles, E
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1