State Senate District 27, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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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
7/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
4/10
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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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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
63,160
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,990
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$160,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$589
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.2%
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 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 23 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 35 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 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 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Schools
GMG Elementary School
4 miles, W
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4.6
GMG Secondary School
5 miles, SE
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4.6
BCLUW High School
8 miles, N
•
4.6
BCLUW Elementary School
8 miles, N
•
4.6
Colleges
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
12 miles, SW
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1
Marshalltown Community College
12 miles, SW
•
1.9
Grinnell College
27 miles, S
•
2.8
Purdue University Global-Cedar Falls
28 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
10 miles, W
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2.3
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
15 miles, N
•
4.1
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
28 miles, S
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4.1
Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center
31 miles, NE
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3.2
Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
34 miles, NE
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1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
57 miles, SE
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1.4
Des Moines International Airport
63 miles, W
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2.3
Dubuque Regional Airport
106 miles, E
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1