Windsor Heights, 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
9/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
5,171
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
44.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$89,083
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$251,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$804
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,114
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
4
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
Polk County
5
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 44%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 16, IA State House District 32, IASchools
Clive Learning Academy
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Cowles Elementary School
<1 miles, E
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4.6
St Theresa Catholic School
<1 miles, SE
Dowling Catholic High School
<1 miles, SW
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5
Colleges
Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
1 miles, NE
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1
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center
3 miles, SE
Drake University
3 miles, SE
•
3.7
Hospitals
Broadlawns Medical Center
4 miles, E
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
4 miles, SE
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3.2
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
4 miles, SE
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3.2
Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Iowa Lutheran
5 miles, SE
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4.1
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
6 miles, S
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
94 miles, E
•
1
The Eastern Iowa Airport
105 miles, E
•
1.4
Eppley Airfield
115 miles, W
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2.8