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Van Meter Township

  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Iowa
  • 3 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      A
    4. Nightlife
      C+
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      C+
    7. Jobs
      A
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      A-
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B-
    12. Commute
      B
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    Van Meter Township is located in Iowa with a population of 3,601. Van Meter Township is in Dallas County and is one of the best places to live in Iowa. Living in Van Meter Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Van Meter Township and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Van Meter Township are highly rated.
    About Van Meter Township...
    Population
    3,601

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $177,100
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $885
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Rural
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      13%
    • Own
      87%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      12%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      12%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      26%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      32%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      26%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      13%

    Working in Van Meter Township

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $93,000
    National
    $55,322
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      Van Meter Township Reviews

      3 reviews
      I would choose to live here again if I could do it all over again. I love the quiet and the country, maybe just because its where I lived all my life but I love it.
      • Jan 13 2016
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      I live in such a small town there isn't much or really no crime at all. Everyone makes each other feel safe.
      • Jan 13 2016
      • Crime & Safety
      This community is one of the best parts
      • Feb 24 2016
      • Community