Woden, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
184 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$456 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$532 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock 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

Hancock County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 16
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 34
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Schools

West Hancock High School
11 miles, S 4.6 star
West Hancock Elementary School
11 miles, S 4.6 star
North Iowa High School
11 miles, N 4.6 star
North Iowa Elem Buffalo Center
11 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Waldorf University
14 miles, E 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
34 miles, SE 1.4 star
North Iowa Area Community College
40 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Hancock County Health System
11 miles, S 4.1 star
Kossuth Regional Health Center
20 miles, W 4.1 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
31 miles, S 5 star

Airports

Rochester International Airport
85 miles, E 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
90 miles, SE 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
118 miles, S 2.3 star