State House District 51, 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
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
32,852
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,893
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$214,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$637
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$703
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9%
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 | 23 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.
Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Schools
West Marshall Middle School
4 miles, SE
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4.6
West Marshall High School
4 miles, SE
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4.6
West Marshall Elementary School
4 miles, SE
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4.6
Colo-NESCO Middle/High School
4 miles, W
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4.6
Colleges
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
17 miles, SE
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1
Marshalltown Community College
17 miles, SE
•
1.9
PCI Academy-Ames
19 miles, W
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1.4
Iowa State University
21 miles, W
•
3.2
Hospitals
Story County Hospital
10 miles, W
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
17 miles, E
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2.3
Mary Greeley Medical Center
19 miles, W
•
5
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
25 miles, S
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5
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
41 miles, SW
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
56 miles, E
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1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
79 miles, SE
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1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
132 miles, E
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1