State Senate District 6, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
63,169 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,745 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$518 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$573 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.7% 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 6 20
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 1 2 36
Dec 1 7 23

Hazards

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Schools

Denison Alternative High School
8 miles, NW 2.8 star
IKM-Manning Middle School
8 miles, SE 4.6 star
IKM-Manning High School
8 miles, SE 4.6 star
Denison Elementary School
9 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Buena Vista University
48 miles, N 2.3 star
Iowa Western Community College
56 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Crawford County Memorial Hospital
10 miles, NW 2.3 star

Airports

Eppley Airfield
57 miles, SW 2.8 star
Des Moines International Airport
84 miles, SE 2.3 star
Lincoln Airport
111 miles, W 1 star