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Cedar Falls, IA vs Clinton, IA
Cedar Falls, IA vs Clinton, IA: What the data shows
Cedar Falls, IA is in Cedar Falls, IA while Clinton, IA is in Clinton, IA — both in the same state. On home prices, Clinton, IA is the more affordable option at $116,400 median — $133,600 less than Cedar Falls, IA's $250,000. WYLT rates Cedar Falls, IA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Clinton, IA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Cedar Falls, IA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Cedar Falls, IA has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Clinton, IA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Cedar Falls, IA has Low flood risk and Clinton, IA has Low flood risk.
Cedar Falls, IA is the more walkable neighborhood. Cedar Falls, IA scores 18/100 (car-dependent) versus Clinton, IA's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Cedar Falls, IA has the higher school rating — Cedar Falls, IA rates 6.2/10 and Clinton, IA rates 5.6/10.
| Category | Cedar Falls, IA | Clinton, IA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $250K | $116K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $753 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $72K ✓ Higher income | $56K |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 18/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 30 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.2/10 ✓ Better schools | 5.6/10 |
| Best for | Families with childrenFirst-time homebuyersRemote workers who can drive | FamiliesRetireesFirst‑time home buyers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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