Taylor County
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Taylor County, Iowa is a rural region rich in agricultural heritage and Midwestern charm. It features friendly small towns like Bedford and Lenox, scenic farmlands, and a relaxed way of life. Visitors will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere, local events, and access to Iowa's beautiful countryside.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
19,913
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
40.74°, -94.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,745
Local Cost
$1,010
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
11.0°C
Summer Avg
24.1°C
Winter Avg
-2.9°C
Record High
42.3°C
Record Low
-29.6°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
893 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ICL
Distance
28 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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 70/100.