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Polk City
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Polk City, Iowa is a friendly, small-town suburb just north of Des Moines, surrounded by lush parks and the scenic Saylorville Lake. The city's laid-back vibe and strong community spirit make it a great place for outdoor recreation and family activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
5,543
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.77°, -93.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,215
Local Cost
$1,442
Local Income
$4,200
Cashless
89
English
100
Temperature
9.5°C
Summer Avg
23.0°C
Winter Avg
-5.0°C
Record High
42.1°C
Record Low
-35.5°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
865 mm
City Vibrancy
15
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
2
Parks
11
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
564.0
Airport
AMW
Distance
26 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 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 82/100.
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