State House District 4, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
31,406 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,910 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$603 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5% 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 16
Feb 1 5 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 46
May 3 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 4 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 2, IA
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Schools

Central Lyon Elementary School
8 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Central Lyon Middle School
8 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Dordt University
16 miles, S • 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
18 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Northwestern College
22 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sioux Center Health
17 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
34 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
139 miles, S • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
172 miles, SW • 1 star
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