State House District 48, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
31,874 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,234 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$193,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$649 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 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 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 1 7 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 8%

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Schools

Futures
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Boone High School
3 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa State University
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
PCI Academy-Ames
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Boone County Hospital
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mary Greeley Medical Center
16 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
37 miles, S • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
86 miles, E • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
114 miles, W • 2.8 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
114 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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