Van Buren County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
7,236 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,183 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$480 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$396 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 6 24
Feb 1 6 28
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 87, IA
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Schools

Van Buren High School
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Van Buren Elementary School
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Harmony Elementary School
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Fairfield Middle School
17 miles, N • 4.6 star

Colleges

Iowa Wesleyan University
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
31 miles, NW • 1 star

Hospitals

Jefferson County Health Center
16 miles, N • 3.2 star
Scotland County Hospital
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star

Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
79 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
89 miles, E • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
104 miles, NW • 2.3 star