Stratford, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
696 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$81,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$399 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$400 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hamilton County
2
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

Hamilton County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 18
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 4 1 47
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 28, IA State House District 55, IA
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Schools

Stratford Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Dayton Center
7 miles, W • 5 star
Franklin Elementary School
14 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Central Community College
21 miles, N • 1.9 star
Iowa State University
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
PCI Academy-Ames
25 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Van Diest Medical Center
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Boone County Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
Trinity Regional Medical Center
20 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mary Greeley Medical Center
23 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
53 miles, S • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
80 miles, E • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
117 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
121 miles, W • 2.8 star
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