Thayer, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
50 332.4M (US)
Median Age
13.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
56 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$26,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$469 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union 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

Union County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 12, IA State House District 23, IA
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Schools

Murray Elementary School
5 miles, E • 4.6 star
Murray Jr/Sr High
5 miles, E • 4.6 star
East Union Middle-High School
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
East Union Elementary
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Community College
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
29 miles, S • 1.9 star
Simpson College
34 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Clarke County Hospital
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Greater Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
40 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
98 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Kansas City International Airport
125 miles, SW • 3.7 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
135 miles, E • 1.4 star
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