Swisher, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,064 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,118 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$249,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$731 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$848 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson County
3
Iowa City Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson County
4
Iowa City Metro Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 2 6 24

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 46, IA State House District 91, IA
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Schools

Prairie Creek
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Prairie Ridge Elementary
4 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Prairie View Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Prairie High School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Kirkwood Community College
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center-Cedar Rapids
10 miles, NE • 5 star
St Lukes Hospital
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital
15 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
61 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
64 miles, E • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
67 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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