Olin, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
849 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$98,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$489 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$542 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jones County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
3
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jones County
2
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) 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 8 19
Feb 1 5 23
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 2 1 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 8 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Olin Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 4.1star
Midland Middle/High School
8 miles, E · 4.6star
North Cedar Jr/Sr High School
9 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Cornell College
15 miles, W · 2.3star
Mount Mercy University
26 miles, NW · 2.8star
Coe College
27 miles, W · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Jones Regional Medical Center
10 miles, N · 5star
St Lukes Hospital
27 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
30 miles, W · 1.4star
Dubuque Regional Airport
36 miles, NE · 1star
Quad City International Airport
50 miles, S · 1.4star
Waterloo Regional Airport
75 miles, NW · 1star
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