Valeria, 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
5/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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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
43
332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
4.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$63,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$162,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$480
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$597
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Jasper County
3
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
Jasper County
4
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 54%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 19, IA State House District 38, IASchools
Mitchellville Elementary
4 miles, SW
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4.6
Colfax-Mingo Elementary School
6 miles, SE
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4.6
Colfax-Mingo High School
6 miles, SE
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4.1
Bondurant-Farrar High School
7 miles, W
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4.6
Colleges
Des Moines Area Community College
15 miles, W
•
1.9
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
15 miles, NW
•
1.9
Grand View University
16 miles, W
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2.3
American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines
18 miles, W
Hospitals
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
14 miles, SE
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5
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
17 miles, W
•
4.1
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
18 miles, W
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3.2
Broadlawns Medical Center
18 miles, W
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3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
22 miles, W
•
2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
74 miles, NE
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
84 miles, E
•
1.4
Eppley Airfield
136 miles, W
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2.8