Avoca
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Avoca is a small, charming town in western Iowa, known for its friendly locals and peaceful rural atmosphere. The city is rich in Midwestern history and close to outdoor attractions, making it perfect for travelers seeking relaxation and small-town charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
487
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.48°, -95.34°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,505
Local Cost
$912
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
72
English
100
Temperature
10.2°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
-4.2°C
Record High
42.8°C
Record Low
-33.5°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
814 mm
Internet Speed
114 Mbps
Upload
112 Mbps
Latency
28 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
HNR
Distance
12 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.