Orient, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
411 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$109,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$606 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Adair County
1
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

Adair County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) 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 6 21
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Orient Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Nodaway Valley High School
8 miles, N · 4.6star
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Colleges

Southwestern Community College
9 miles, S · 1.4star
Simpson College
46 miles, E · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Greater Regional Medical Center
9 miles, S · 4.1star
Chi Health-Mercy Corning
23 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
45 miles, E · 2.3star
Eppley Airfield
77 miles, NW · 2.8star
Lincoln Airport
124 miles, W · 1star
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