Winterset, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
5,384 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,268 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$603 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$708 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
2
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

Madison County
2
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 61
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 7 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 12, IA State House District 23, IA
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Schools

Winterset Elementary School
1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Winterset Junior High School
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Winterset Bridges School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Winterset Senior High School
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Simpson College
24 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Clarke County Hospital
26 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
97 miles, W • 2.8 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
118 miles, NE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
125 miles, E • 1.4 star
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