Winneshiek County, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
19,972 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,652 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$239,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$626 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$655 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 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 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 32, IA State House District 63, IA
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Schools

Carrie Lee Elementary
3 miles, E • 4.6 star
Decorah Middle School
3 miles, E • 4.6 star

Colleges

Luther College
3 miles, E • 2.8 star
Northeast Iowa Community College
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Upper Iowa University
32 miles, S • 2.3 star
Viterbo University
46 miles, NE • 2.8 star

Hospitals

Winneshiek Medical Center
4 miles, E • 4.1 star

Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
50 miles, NE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
54 miles, N • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
84 miles, S • 1 star