Nora Springs, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
1,394 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$126,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$661 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Floyd County
2
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

Floyd County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) 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 9 15
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 4 34
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Central Springs Middle School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
RRMR Elementary School
8 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Waldorf University
33 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center
10 miles, NW · 3.2star
Mitchell County Regional Health
14 miles, E · 4.1star
Floyd County Medical Center
18 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
51 miles, S · 1star
Rochester International Airport
59 miles, NE · 1star
La Crosse Regional Airport
101 miles, E · 1star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
109 miles, S · 1.4star
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