Ventura, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
708 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$688 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cerro Gordo County
3
Mason City Urban Area
2
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cerro Gordo County
6
Mason City Urban Area
5
Iowa
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (43%) 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 16
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
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

Sunset Elem
4 miles, E
Clear Creek Elementary School
5 miles, E · 4.6star
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Colleges

Waldorf University
13 miles, N · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Hancock County Health System
17 miles, W · 4.1star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
21 miles, SW · 5star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
67 miles, SE · 1star
Rochester International Airport
72 miles, NE · 1star
Des Moines International Airport
111 miles, SW · 2.3star
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