Parkersburg, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
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
1,747 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,482 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$569 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butler 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

Butler County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) 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 7 17
Feb 1 7 21
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 4 2 47
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Aplington Parkersburg High School
<1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Aplington Elementary School
5 miles, NW · 4.6star
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Colleges

University of Northern Iowa
17 miles, SE · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Grundy County Memorial Hospital
15 miles, S · 4.1star
Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc
17 miles, SE · 3.2star
Waverly Health Center
18 miles, E · 4.1star
Allen Hospital
23 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
19 miles, SE · 1star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
72 miles, SE · 1.4star
Des Moines International Airport
85 miles, SW · 2.3star
Rochester International Airport
93 miles, NE · 1star
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