Conrad, 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
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
1,170
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,844
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$156,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$786
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Grundy County
2
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
5
Iowa
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Grundy County
1
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
4
Iowa
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (62%) 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 | 8 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 23 |
| 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 | 61 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 22 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
BCLUW Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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BCLUW High School
<1 miles, E
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GMG Elementary School
8 miles, S
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BCLUW Middle School
10 miles, NW
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Colleges
Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
14 miles, SW
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Marshalltown Community College
16 miles, SW
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Purdue University Global-Cedar Falls
28 miles, E
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Ellsworth Community College
29 miles, N
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Hospitals
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
11 miles, NE
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Unitypoint Health-Marshalltown
12 miles, SW
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Hansen Family Hospital
28 miles, NW
Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc
30 miles, NE
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Airports
Waterloo Regional Airport
33 miles, E
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Des Moines International Airport
63 miles, SW
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The Eastern Iowa Airport
64 miles, SE
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Dubuque Regional Airport
111 miles, E
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