Woodward, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- 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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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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
1,002
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,571
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$179,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$694
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$722
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dallas County
3
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
Dallas County
3
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 23 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, IA State Senate District 23, IA State House District 46, IASchools
Woodward-Granger High School
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Woodward-Granger Middle School
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Woodward Academy
1 miles, NE
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3.2
Woodward Academy
2 miles, N
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5
Colleges
Purdue University Global-Des Moines
16 miles, S
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1
La James International College-Johnston
16 miles, S
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1.4
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
17 miles, SE
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1.9
Iowa State University
18 miles, E
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3.2
Hospitals
Dallas County Hospital
9 miles, W
Boone County Hospital
14 miles, NE
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4.1
Mary Greeley Medical Center
20 miles, E
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5
Broadlawns Medical Center
22 miles, S
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3.2
Airports
Des Moines International Airport
26 miles, S
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2.3
Waterloo Regional Airport
92 miles, E
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1
Eppley Airfield
109 miles, W
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2.8
The Eastern Iowa Airport
114 miles, E
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1.4