West Branch, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
2,526 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,891 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$667 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cedar County
2
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

Cedar County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 21
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 5 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 1 38
Dec 2 8 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 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 41, IA State House District 82, IA
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Schools

Hoover Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
West Branch Middle School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
West Branch High School
1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Scattergood Friends School
2 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Iowa
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
Cornell College
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
Kirkwood Community College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital
10 miles, W • 5 star
Trinity Muscatine
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
24 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
60 miles, NE • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
82 miles, N • 1 star
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