Truro, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
534
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,313
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$166,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$604
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$581
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Madison County
2
Des Moines-West Des Moines 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
Madison County
2
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| 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 | 7 | 25 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 12, IA State House District 23, IASchools
Interstate 35 Elementary School
<1 miles, E
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4.6
Interstate 35 Secondary School
<1 miles, E
•
4.6
Winterset Middle School
12 miles, NW
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4.6
Winterset Junior High School
12 miles, NW
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4.6
Colleges
Simpson College
18 miles, E
•
2.8
Aveda Institute-Des Moines
24 miles, NE
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center
28 miles, NE
Hospitals
Madison County Memorial Hospital
12 miles, NW
Clarke County Hospital
13 miles, S
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
29 miles, NE
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3.2
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
29 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
24 miles, NE
•
2.3
Eppley Airfield
106 miles, NW
•
2.8
Waterloo Regional Airport
119 miles, NE
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
120 miles, E
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1.4