Alden, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
792
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,625
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$102,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$494
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Hardin County
1
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
Hardin County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (43%) (54%) ConservativeClimate
Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 22 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 3 | 35 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 21 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Alden Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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Pineview Elementary
5 miles, E
Riverbend Middle School
6 miles, E
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Iowa Falls - Alden High School
6 miles, E
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Colleges
Ellsworth Community College
6 miles, E
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Iowa State University
36 miles, SW
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PCI Academy-Ames
38 miles, SW
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La James International College-Ft Dodge
40 miles, W
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Hospitals
Hansen Family Hospital
6 miles, SE
Franklin General Hospital
19 miles, NE
Van Diest Medical Center
22 miles, W
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Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
23 miles, NW
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Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
50 miles, E
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Des Moines International Airport
69 miles, SW
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The Eastern Iowa Airport
96 miles, SE
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Rochester International Airport
106 miles, NE
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