Coon Rapids 70 Excellent
Coon Rapids Livability #323 ranked city in Iowa#6,715 ranked city in the USARanks better than 77% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Coon Rapids

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Crime

    With a lower than average crime rate per 100,000 people, this area could be considered a very safe place to live. Crime rates are based on both violent and property crimes.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Schools

    High test scores, elevated graduation rates as well as the conveniently located elementary and high schools in this area have all contributed to the high score in the schools category.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Health & Safety

    Poor air quality and the inaccessibility of certain health related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies could have all contributed to the low score in this category.

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      Coon Rapids transportation information

      Statistic Coon Rapids Iowa National
      Average one way commute22min19min26min
      Workers who drive to work85.1%80.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.8%8.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk2.3%3.5%2.8%
      Working from home3.8%4.5%4.6%
      Source: The Coon Rapids, IA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).