What Cheer, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
634 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,688 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$47,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$493 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Keokuk 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

Keokuk County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 22
Feb 1 8 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 51
May 5 0 60
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 5 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 7 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 44, IA State House District 88, IA
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Schools

Tri-County High School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Tri-County Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Tri-County Junior High School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Sigourney Elementary
9 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

William Penn University
16 miles, W • 2.3 star
Indian Hills Community College
25 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Ottumwa
26 miles, SW • 1 star
Central College
29 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Mahaska Health Partnership
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Pella Regional Health Center
29 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
47 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
68 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
80 miles, N • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
96 miles, E • 1.4 star
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