Jasper County, 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
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
37,864
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,128
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$176,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$590
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$662
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
4
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
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (49%) 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 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Newton Senior High School
<1 miles, NE
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
<1 miles, N
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WEST Academy Alternative School
1 miles, N
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Emerson Hough Elementary School
1 miles, NE
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Colleges
Grinnell College
18 miles, E
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Central College
21 miles, S
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Marshalltown Community College
23 miles, NE
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Iowa School of Beauty-Marshalltown
24 miles, NE
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Hospitals
Mercyone Newton Medical Center
1 miles, NE
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Grinnell Regional Medical Center
17 miles, E
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Pella Regional Health Center
20 miles, S
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Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
26 miles, SW
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Airports
Des Moines International Airport
33 miles, W
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Waterloo Regional Airport
69 miles, NE
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The Eastern Iowa Airport
71 miles, E
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Dubuque Regional Airport
130 miles, E
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