Lewis, 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
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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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
465
332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
3.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$34,341
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$60,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$529
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Cass 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
Cass County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (36%) (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 | 6 | 22 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 1 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 25 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Lewis Elementary School
<1 miles, S
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Griswold Middle/High School
5 miles, SW
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Washington Elementary School
8 miles, NE
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Atlantic Middle School
8 miles, NE
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Colleges
Iowa Western Community College
37 miles, W
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Southwestern Community College
40 miles, SE
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EQ School of Hair Design
40 miles, W
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Bellevue University
45 miles, W
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Hospitals
Cass County Memorial Hospital
8 miles, NE
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Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, SW
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Myrtue Medical Center
27 miles, N
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Chi Health-Mercy Corning
28 miles, S
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Airports
Eppley Airfield
42 miles, W
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Des Moines International Airport
75 miles, E
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Lincoln Airport
93 miles, W
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Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
101 miles, N
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