Tripoli, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,256 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,988 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bremer County
5
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
5
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bremer County
1
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 16
Feb 1 7 21
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 1 46
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 9 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 29, IA State House District 58, IA
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Schools

Tripoli Middle/Sr High School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Tripoli Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Readlyn Elementary School
7 miles, S • 5 star
Sumner-Fredericksburg HS
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Wartburg College
13 miles, W • 2.8 star
Allen College
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Waverly Health Center
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
Allen Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
19 miles, SW • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
70 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
77 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
84 miles, SE • 1 star
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