College Springs, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,242 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$446 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$541 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Page County
3
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

Page County
3
Iowa
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

Climate

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 5 23
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 3 39
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 1 5 26

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

South Page Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
South Page Senior High School
<1 miles, SE · 3.7star
Garfield Elementary School
9 miles, NE · 4.6star
Clarinda Middle School
9 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Peru State College
34 miles, W · 1.9star
Southwestern Community College
50 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Clarinda Regional Health Center
8 miles, NE · 2.3star
Shenandoah Medical Center
16 miles, NW · 3.2star
Community Hospital Association
24 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
62 miles, N · 2.8star
Lincoln Airport
87 miles, NW · 1star
Des Moines International Airport
99 miles, E · 2.3star
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