State House District 56, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
31,780
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,873
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$125,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$575
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.0%
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 | 16 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 21 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 3 | 34 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 20 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 67%Schools
Kanawha Christian School
6 miles, E
West Hancock Middle School
6 miles, E
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4.6
LuVerne Elementary School
10 miles, NW
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3.7
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle School
14 miles, S
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4.6
Colleges
Waldorf University
28 miles, NE
•
1.9
La James International College-Ft Dodge
31 miles, SW
•
1
Iowa Central Community College
32 miles, SW
•
1.9
Purdue University Global-Mason City
37 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
14 miles, SE
•
5
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
14 miles, S
•
4.1
Hancock County Health System
14 miles, NE
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4.1
Kossuth Regional Health Center
20 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
79 miles, SE
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1
Des Moines International Airport
95 miles, S
•
2.3
Rochester International Airport
99 miles, NE
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1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
131 miles, SE
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1.4