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Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls · Black Hawk County · IA 50613
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$250K
Median Price
18/100
Walk Score
6.2/10
Schools
30 min
to Des Moines
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
CSchools
62/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score68/100
Our Take
Cedar Falls offers affordable homes and solid schools, but you’ll need a car for most errands and the nightlife scene is modest. It’s a quiet place with low flood risk, good for families who don’t mind limited transit.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price relative to income
- ✓Strong average school ratings for children
- ✓Low flood risk, safe from major weather hazards
- ✓Reasonable rental costs for income level
Real Talk
- !Walkability is poor; you’ll need a car for grocery runs
- !Transit options are almost nonexistent, limiting public transport access
- !Nightlife and dining options are limited, not much variety
- !High reliance on a vehicle increases long-term costs
- $Higher utility costs for heating during Iowa winters
- $Potential higher property taxes for homeowners
- $Car maintenance and insurance add to living expenses
Best For
Families with childrenFirst-time homebuyersRemote workers who can driveStudents at nearby universities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Cedar Falls, IA
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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