Vinton, IA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
4,948
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
28.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,488
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$146,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$664
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Benton 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
Benton County
1
Cedar Rapids Metro Area
5
Iowa
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (50%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 23 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Dec | 2 | 8 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School
<1 miles, SW
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Tilford Elementary School
<1 miles, S
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Vinton-Shellsburg High School
<1 miles, S
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Center Point-Urbana Intermediate School
9 miles, E
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Colleges
Capri College-Cedar Rapids
21 miles, SE
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Purdue University Global-Cedar Rapids
22 miles, SE
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Mount Mercy University
22 miles, SE
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Coe College
22 miles, SE
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Hospitals
Virginia Gay Hospital
1 miles, NE
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Mental Health Institute
21 miles, NE
St Lukes Hospital
22 miles, SE
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Buchanan County Health Center
22 miles, NE
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport
25 miles, S
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Waterloo Regional Airport
33 miles, N
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Dubuque Regional Airport
69 miles, E
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Quad City International Airport
92 miles, SE
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