Volga, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
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
255 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$78,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$717 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$507 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clayton County
1
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

Clayton County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 17
Feb 1 7 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 2 10 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 32, IA State House District 64, IA
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Schools

Central Elementary
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
Central Middle School/High School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
Starmont High School
10 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Starmont Elementary School
10 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Upper Iowa University
13 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Northeast Iowa Community College
30 miles, N • 1.9 star
Luther College
38 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Regional Medical Center
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
47 miles, W • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
51 miles, SE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
64 miles, SW • 1.4 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
76 miles, NE • 1 star
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