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Iowa Falls, IA


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Iowa Falls, Iowa

Iowa Falls, Iowa, in Hardin county, is 38 miles NE of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 163 miles NE of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 5,193.

The People and Families of Iowa Falls

In Iowa Falls, about 52% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Iowa Falls, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Iowa Falls had a median family income of $42,279. Interestingly, lots of people in Iowa Falls have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Iowa Falls favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $6,000. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Iowa Falls Housing

Iowa Falls has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 68% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the city might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side.

Commuting

In Iowa Falls, 92% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Iowa Falls can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Iowa Falls strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Iowa Falls Low Violent Crime
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Iowa Falls Short Commute Times
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 18%Iowa Falls College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Iowa Falls, IA

Comparing Iowa Falls to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens108
Age of the Population97
Female Share of the Population87
Well-Paid Single Women57
Well-Paid Single Men56
Male Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity29
Children Under 5 Years Old23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married52
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults69
People Above Poverty53
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work88
Working at Home87
Public Transportation Use48

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Rents83
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals710
Affordability of Property Taxes75
Housing Recently Built25

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime109
Low Property Crime75

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