State Senate District 20, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
66,319
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$74,423
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$232,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,015
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.7%
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 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
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%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 48%Schools
Delaware Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Hoyt Middle School
2 miles, W
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3.2
Brubaker Elementary School
2 miles, W
•
3.7
Willowbrook Elementary
2 miles, E
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4.1
Colleges
Grand View University
5 miles, W
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2.3
American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines
6 miles, W
Mercy College of Health Sciences
6 miles, W
•
2.8
Hospitals
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
6 miles, W
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4.1
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
6 miles, W
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3.2
Broadlawns Medical Center
7 miles, W
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
7 miles, W
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3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
10 miles, W
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
86 miles, NE
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
94 miles, E
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1.4
Eppley Airfield
126 miles, W
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2.8