Tama County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
16,982 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,955 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$139,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$601 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 0 50
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 27, IA State House District 53, IA
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Schools

South Tama County Middle School
6 miles, SW • 4.1 star
South Tama County High School
7 miles, SW • 4.6 star
South Tama County Elementary School
8 miles, SW • 3.7 star
GMG Secondary School
8 miles, NW • 4.6 star

Colleges

Marshalltown Community College
20 miles, W • 1.9 star
Grinnell College
25 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Hawkeye Community College
27 miles, NE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
19 miles, W • 2.3 star
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
23 miles, N • 4.1 star
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Virginia Gay Hospital
27 miles, E • 4.1 star

Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
34 miles, NE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
44 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
69 miles, W • 2.3 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
96 miles, E • 1 star