State House District 55, 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
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
31,762
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,677
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$147,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$632
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4%
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 | 17 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 22 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 34 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 35 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 21 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Alden Elementary School
7 miles, SE
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4.1
Northeast Hamilton Elementary School
8 miles, W
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4.1
Pineview Elementary
12 miles, SE
Iowa Falls - Alden High School
12 miles, SE
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4.6
Colleges
Ellsworth Community College
12 miles, SE
•
1.9
La James International College-Ft Dodge
34 miles, W
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1
Iowa Central Community College
36 miles, W
•
1.9
Iowa State University
37 miles, SW
•
3.2
Hospitals
Hansen Family Hospital
13 miles, SE
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
16 miles, N
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4.1
Van Diest Medical Center
17 miles, W
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4.1
Franklin General Hospital
21 miles, E
Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
56 miles, E
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1
Des Moines International Airport
71 miles, SW
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2.3
The Eastern Iowa Airport
103 miles, SE
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1.4
Rochester International Airport
107 miles, NE
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1