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Carlisle, IA

Iowa · Polk County · Des Moines-West Des Moines Metro

Carlisle is a small town in Iowa with a population of 4,187. Residents earn $98,333 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,187 Population 741/sq mi density
$98,333 Median Income $41,072 per capita
$208,100 Home Value $283,245 Zillow
$896 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
162 Violent Crime/100K 969 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$98,333 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,100 home value, $896/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
162 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $98,333
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,100
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 162/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $896
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

How Carlisle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,187
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density741/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,333
Per Capita$41,072
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,100
Rent$896
Ownership84.5%
Zillow$283,245
Housing Units1,595
Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

F
Violent162/100K
Property969/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault115/100K
Burglary208/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.1%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation777 ft (237 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Carlisle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlisle receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Carlisle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlisle is $98,333, which is significantly higher than the national average / 31% above $75,149. This places Carlisle among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlisle is $208,100, 26% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Carlisle is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 969 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlisle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carlisle has a population of 4,187 with a density of 741 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,187
Total Population
741
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlisle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlisle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlisle is $98,333, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,072. The average weekly wage is $1,395. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20,581 business establishments, including 1,227 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carlisle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,333
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,072
Avg Weekly Wage$1,395
IRS Avg AGI$93,610
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,581
County GDP$63,823M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,227
Healthcare1,513
Retail1,606
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlisle is $208,100, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,245, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,595 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $6,943 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,100
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,245
Median List Price$259,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,999
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% below US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.5%
Owner-Occupied84.5%
Renter-Occupied15.5%
Housing Units1,595
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Carlisle, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 28.5% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.7% report binge drinking. 21.2% are physically inactive. 21.4% report depression. 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073. The dentist ratio is 1:1,259. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Carlisle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep31.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,073
Dentists1:1,259
Mental Health1:285
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits70.5%
Premature Death7,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,513
Carlisle has a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 115.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 46.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 969 per 100,000, 51% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 738, burglary at 208, vehicle theft at 23 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Carlisle receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Carlisle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent161.5/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape46.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault115.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property969.1/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary207.7/100K
Theft738.4/100K
Vehicle Theft23.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents84
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Carlisle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 777 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation777 ft (237 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density741/sq mi
Coordinates41.5136°N, 93.4968°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPolk County County
Nearest AirportDes Moines International (DSM)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0449 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)10.2 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score92.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.0 / 100
Community Resilience91.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

682 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 19 fatalities, 375 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 13, 1976 EF5 56 km 0
Mar 5, 2022 EF4 67 km 6
Apr 8, 1999 EF4 87 km 0
May 27, 1995 EF4 92 km 0
May 30, 1989 EF4 89 km 0
May 24, 1989 EF4 84 km 0
Sep 28, 1986 EF4 28 km 0
Jun 18, 1974 EF4 26 km 2
May 20, 1959 EF4 95 km 0
May 10, 1959 EF4 94 km 0
May 10, 1953 EF4 73 km 0
Mar 5, 2022 EF3 64 km 1
Aug 20, 2019 EF3 29 km 0
Jul 19, 2018 EF3 74 km 0
Jul 19, 2018 EF3 47 km 0
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 50 km 0
Nov 12, 2005 EF3 88 km 1
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 49 km 0
Mar 22, 1991 EF3 44 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 57 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 (1,050 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 1,050 19 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 62°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in

Carlisle has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 21°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.2").

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Carlisle is located in Polk County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 27.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.8% of the vote, a 10.9-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 1,513 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents84
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.70
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density741/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi
CountyPolk County County

Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Avg Download Speed130.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed25.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,513
Restaurants1,227
Retail Stores1,606

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%
Average costs for common services in Carlisle. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$768
Toddler$662
Preschool$662
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$516
Toddler$507
Preschool$507
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Polk County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 39,472 2,057 $61,984 0.87
Finance & Insurance 31,508 1,548 $120,866 2.44
Retail Trade 30,431 1,717 $39,944 0.96
Accommodation & Food Services 24,283 1,275 $26,894 0.84
Construction 20,807 1,462 $82,065 1.25
Professional & Technical Services 20,120 3,392 $105,432 0.91
Manufacturing 19,917 500 $74,964 0.76
Wholesale Trade 17,868 1,670 $101,402 1.43
Administrative & Waste Services 17,593 1,418 $57,851 0.94
Transportation & Warehousing 16,339 480 $57,222 1.21
Management of Companies 10,422 555 $125,518 1.94
Other Services 10,200 1,554 $59,171 1.07
Arts & Entertainment 5,478 274 $28,528 1.03
Information & Technology 4,794 610 $99,898 0.80
Real Estate 4,682 954 $68,924 0.95
Educational Services 4,676 360 $45,319 0.71
Utilities 363 61 $128,808 0.30
Agriculture & Forestry 229 46 $43,043 0.09
Mining & Oil/Gas 49 6 $73,314 0.04

Schools in Carlisle

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Carlisle Elementary School Elementary 765 49 15.6:1
Carlisle High School High 743 35 21.2:1
Carlisle Middle School Middle 543 35 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Carlisle

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
IPR Studio One public radio MP3 128 kbps
95 KGGO classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
98.3 The Vibe AAC+ 48 kbps
107.3 The Vibe MP3 80 kbps
92.5 KJJY country AAC+ 48 kbps
IPR Studio One (Iowa Public Radio) apm, indie MP3 64 kbps
100.3 The Bus adult hits AAC
1460 KXNO sports AAC
Nash FM 97.3 country AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Carlisle

15 campgrounds found near Carlisle.

NameRatingSitesPrice
OAK GROVE PICNIC AREA 5.0/5 2 $50
CHERRY GLEN PICNIC 4.6/5 6 $50
COTTONWOOD RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 9 $50
PRAIRIE FLOWER RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 252 $20–$336
WHITEBREAST CAMP 4.6/5 107 $20–$288
ACORN VALLEY 4.5/5 85 $14–$84
CHERRY GLEN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 125 $24–$26
MINER'S RETREAT ENCLOSED SHELTER (IA) 4.5/5 1 $85
SANDPIPER RECREATION AREA 4.5/5 1 $110
WALNUT RIDGE RECREATION AREA 4.5/5 3 $50
BOB SHETLER RECREATION AREA 4.2/5 67 $22–$26
BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA 3.6/5 2 $50
FIFIELD (IA) 3.5/5 4 $50
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) 1 $75
WHITEBREAST POINT SHELTER (IA) 1 $50

National Parks Near Carlisle

19 national parks and monuments found near Carlisle.

ParkTypeFee
Banner Lakes At Summerset State Park State Park Free
Big Creek State Park State Park Free
Dolliver Memorial State Park State Park Free
Elk Rock State Park State Park Free
Green Valley State Park State Park Free
Honey Creek Resort State Park Free
Honey Creek State Park State Park Free
Lake Ahquabi State Park State Park Free
Lake Keomah State Park State Park Free
Lake Wapello State Park State Park Free
Ledges State Park State Park Free
Margo Frankel Woods State Park State Park Free
Nine Eagles State Park State Park Free
Pine Lake State Park State Park Free
Red Haw State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek State Park State Park Free
Springbrook State Park State Park Free
Union Grove State Park State Park Free
Walnut Woods State Park State Park Free

Museums in Carlisle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FARNHAM GALLERIESART MUSEUM$63,300,379
GALLERYART MUSEUM5152632800$51,783,341
EDMUNDSON ART FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM5152774405$6,378,251
SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY5152746868$4,991,711
DES MOINES BOTANICAL CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5153236290$3,790,894
TERRACE HILL SOCIETY FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152425841$1,106,749
SALISBURY HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5152741777$761,324
WALLACE HOUSE MUSEUM AND VICE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARYHISTORY MUSEUM8665008980$595,168
HOYT SHERMAN PLACE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152440507$361,001
ITALIAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER OF IOWAGENERAL MUSEUM5152803719$170,784
COLFAX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1720 IOWA 1175156740215$102,028
FORT DES MOINES MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152828060$96,449
DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$78,504
WEST DES MOINES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2001 FULLER ROAD5152776652$70,952
ANKENY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION301 SW 3RD ST5159655795$46,403
ALTOONA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION104 2ND STREET SE5159674815
ANDERSON GALLERYART MUSEUM4122683618
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS TEST GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1716 LOCUST STREET
CARLISLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION245 PENNSYLVANIA STREET5159890403
DANDELION DISCOVERY VILLAGECHILDREN'S MUSEUM2538584835
DES MOINES ART CENTERART MUSEUM5152774405
DES MOINES ART CENTER DOWNTOWNART MUSEUM5155576109
HISTORIC EAST VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5156614978
HUBBELL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM5152433586
IOWA COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION628 EAST GRAND AVENUE5152760287
IOWA GOLD STAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5152524531
IOWA MILITARY AVIATION HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5159644515
IOWA MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
JOHNSTON STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5153310687
JON A WHITE MEMORIAL WILDLIFE HABITAT AND MEDITATION GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
JORDAN HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5152251286
NATIONAL BALLOON MUSEUM AND US BALLOONING HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM5159613714
POLK COUNTY HERITAGE GALLERYART MUSEUM5152862242
RUNNELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152760287
SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA AND BLANK IMAX DOME THEATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM401 WEST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARKWAY
STAR THEATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM401 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PKWY
URBANDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5152702917
WARREN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1400 W 2ND5159618085

Libraries in Carlisle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY1000 GRAND AVE0.0973,456
URBANDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY3520 86TH ST0.0314,597
KIRKENDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY1210 NW PRAIRIE RIDGE DR0.0268,631
JOHNSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY6700 MERLE HAY RD0.0150,572
ALTOONA PUBLIC LIBRARY700 EIGHTH ST SW0.0142,525
INDIANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY207 N B ST0.094,509
NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY1051 NORTH AVE0.072,378
PLEASANT HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY5151 MAPLE DR0.063,963
CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY135 SCHOOL ST0.043,037
BONDURANT COMMUNITY LIBRARY104 2ND ST NE0.033,894
MITCHELLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY205 CENTER AVE N0.018,330
WEBB SHADLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY301 W DALLAS0.06,120
MILO PUBLIC LIBRARY123 MAIN ST0.05,608
RUNNELLS COMMUNITY LIBRARY6575 SE 116TH ST0.0765

Farmers Markets in Carlisle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Beaverdale Farmers Market4100 Urbandale Avenue06/04/2019 to 09/10/2019Tue: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
Bondurant Farmers Market101 Grant Street NVisit
Capitol Hill Farmers Market800 E. 12th Street
Carlisle Farmer's Market95 Highway 506/04/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 8:30 AM-11:30 AM;Yes
Downtown Farmers' Market - Des MoinesCourt Avenue and 3rd Street05/07/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Drake Neighborhood Farmers Market24th St and Cottage Grove06/01/2017 to 10/12/2017Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM;YesVisit
Eastside Farmers Market3200 Delaware Avenue
Highland Park Farmers Market6th Avenue from Euclid to Douglas on west side of street
Historic Valley Junction Farmers Market5th Street, Valley JunctionThu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Indianola Farmers MarketHwy 92 at Fairground west gate
Johnston Farmers MarketCorner of NW 62nd Avenue & Merle Hay Road05/24/2016 to 10/04/2016Tue: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit
LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market3200 University Ave05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Norwalk Area Farmers MarketDollar General Store parking LotJune to SeptemberFri:4:00 pm - 7:00 pm;
Uptown Ankeny Farmers MarketCorner of SW 3rd & SW Maple Street05/17/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Valley Junction Farmers Market100 & 200 blocks on 5th Street05/05/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Carlisle

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coco & Nini's
Fiss'
Johnny & Mike's Pizza
La Villa

Clinics in Carlisle

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MercyOne Carlisle Family Medicine

Dentists in Carlisle

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carlisle Dental Office
Dental Professionals
Des Moines River Dental Care

Gas Stations in Carlisle

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store

Banks in Carlisle

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Western Bank
Great Western Bank
People's Bank

Gyms in Carlisle

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #12995130058

Breweries in Carlisle

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
515 Brewing CompanyBrewery, Pub7700 University Ave5156614615Visit
Beechwood LoungeBar, Brewery416 E Walnut St5152882337Visit
Confluence Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink1235 Thomas Beck Rd5152859005Visit
Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Pub, Brewery309 Court Ave5152822739Visit
Dino MazeBrewery7401 S W Pterodactyl St
Exile Brewing Co., Exile Brewing CoAmerican Restaurant, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Brewery, Breweries, B1514 Walnut St5158832337Visit
Firetrucker BreweryBrewery716 S W 3rd St5159641284Visit
Fox BrewingBreweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink103 S 11th St15156350323Visit
Madhouse Brewing Company, Madhouse Brewing CoBrewery Capitol View South, Brewery501 Scott Ave5159885535Visit
Mannings IA, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, Dive Bar, Taverns, Des Moines, 2102 Indianola Ave5152880030
Morgans U of R Bar Grill IA, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pubs, Runnells, Restaurants & Bars, recreation, T103 Brown St5159662470
New City Market Natural GrcrsHealth & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Brewer E4721 University Ave
Reclaimed Rails Brewing CompanyBrewery101 Main St S E
Thunderhead Sports Bar & GrillSports Bar, Pizza Place, and Brewery1325 S W Oralabor Rd(515) 289-1578, 5152891578Visit
Tr's Sports BarBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants7500 University Ave

Nursing Homes in Carlisle

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CARLISLE CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND REHAB
680 COLE STREET
For profit - Partnership 101 86 2/5 4/5 2/5 5159890871

Pharmacies in Carlisle

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
THE MEDICAP PHARMACY 800 SCHOOL STREET 515-989-3261

Cell Towers in Carlisle

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1.67 MI NNETOWER141
1.67 MI NNETOWER141
(Milo) 1930 NEVADA STGTOWER113
(Milo) 1930 NEVADA STGTOWER113
10991 Orchard AvenueTOWER61
(East Pleasant Hill) 8403 NE 27th AvenueMTOWER55
(East Pleasant Hill) 8403 NE 27th AvenueMTOWER55

Fire Stations in Carlisle

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Carlisle Fire Department135 N Second STMostly volunteer515-989-3311

Bridges in Carlisle

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201470612,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201370412,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201446912,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201346912,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199718712,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199718712,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199714610,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199714610,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199729710,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199729910,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197032510,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201334910,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19972729,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19972818,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19972818,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19962918,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19832918,200G
CulvertConcrete continuous1952247,065F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19663565,650F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19973765,650G
SlabConcrete continuous1967784,097F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19553041,649G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19682011,215F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19972731,065G
SlabConcrete continuous1978125649F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1994261409F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1971254180F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1984246154G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962157148P
Truss (Thru)Steel1940222103P
CulvertConcrete20192989G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198617771G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198043P

Superfund Sites Near Carlisle

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ADM COMPANY - DM OIL REFINERY1940 E. HULL AVENUEPOLK
GREATER DES MOINES ENERGY CENTER3699 CARLISLE RDPOLK COUNTY

Airports Near Carlisle

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Des Moines International AirportDSMLarge Airport
Agrivation FieldSmall Airport
Albia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ames Municipal AirportAMWSmall Airport
Ankeny Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bascom FieldSmall Airport
Beck AirportSmall Airport
Boone Municipal AirportBNWSmall Airport
Chariton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Courtney's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Elf Run AirportSmall Airport
Farrar AirportSmall Airport
Hall Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hedgewood Landing AirportSmall Airport
Hobbes FieldSmall Airport
Husband FieldSmall Airport
Jungmanns LandingSmall Airport
Kern FieldSmall Airport
Knight FieldSmall Airport
Knoxville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Laverty FieldSmall Airport
Lund AirportSmall Airport
Marshalltown Municipal AirportMIWSmall Airport
Moore Private AirportSmall Airport
Morningstar FieldSmall Airport
Nash Field Indianola AirportSmall Airport
Newton Municipal AirportTNUSmall Airport
Osceola Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pella Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Perry Municipal AirportPROSmall Airport
Sully Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Tonner FieldSmall Airport
Too Short AirportSmall Airport
Tuinstra AirfieldSmall Airport
Winterset Madison County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Carlisle

26 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Altoona Police Deaprtment
Ankeny Police Department
Bob E. Rice Communications Center6023 Northeast 14th Street
Carlisle Police Department
Clive Police Department
Des Moines Police Academy433 East Army Post Road
Des Moines Police Animal Control1615 Southeast 14th Street
Des Moines Police Department25 East 1st Street
Des Moines Police East Side Boxing Club2025 East Grand Avenue
DMPD Crime Prevention Building106 East 1st Street
DMPD Narcotics and Homeland Security101 East 2nd Street
Indianola Police Department
Indianola Police Department
Iowa State Fair Police
Iowa State Fair Police Department
Iowa State Patrol - Post 1260 Northwest 48th Place
Johnston Public Safety Building
Johnston Public Safety Building
Norwalk Police Department
Pleasant Hill Police Department
Polk County Field Operations Center6023 Northeast 14th Street
Urbandale Police Department3740 86th Street
Warren County Sheriffs Office
Warren County Sheriffs Office
Windsor Heights Police Department1133 66th Street
Windsor Heights Police Department1133 66th Street

Grocery Stores in Carlisle

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's 3404Convenience Store1020 Gateway Dr
Casey's General Store 1676Convenience Store1001 Highway 5
Caseys General Store 014Convenience Store105 Highway 5
Dollar General Store 13737Other1015 Bluestem Dr
Fareway Stores Inc. 147Super Store1115 Bluestem Dr
Hummer Farms LlcFarmers and Markets3605 SE 76th St
Penicks Sweet CornFarmers and Markets4773 140th Ave

Post Offices in Carlisle

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Carlisle Post Office200 South 1st Street

Treatment Centers in Carlisle

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bridges of Iowa IncSubstance Abuse515-777-1121
Central Iowa Psychological Services - Des Moines/DrakeSubstance Abuse515-233-1122
Children and Families of Iowa - Cornerstone CounselingSubstance Abuse515-289-2272
Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3451 EastonSubstance Abuse515-262-0349
Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/3806 EastonSubstance Abuse515-262-0349
Community and Family Resources - Des Moines/Bernie Lorenz RecoverySubstance Abuse515-681-5891
EllipsisBoth515-243-3459
Eyerly Ball CMHS - AdministrationMental Health515-241-0982
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Cropp ClinicMental Health515-241-0982
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Indianola OfficeMental Health515-241-0982
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential CumminsMental Health515-277-7933
Eyerly Ball CMHS - Residential/Francis HouseMental Health515-279-1015
MercyOne House Mercy - Des MoinesSubstance Abuse515-643-6500
MercyOne House of Mercy - IndianolaSubstance Abuse515-643-6512
New Connections - Broadlawns Medical CenterBoth515-282-6610
Northside Service Center - Children and Families of IowaSubstance Abuse515-266-6338
Orchard Place - Child Guidance CenterMental Health515-244-2267
Orchard Place - PACEBoth515-697-5700
Sober Strategies Inc - Des Moines/Bethel MissionSubstance Abuse515-508-0961
UCS HealthcareBoth515-280-3860

DOL Wage Violations in Carlisle

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $29,311 in back wages owed to 119 employees.

4
Violations
$29,311
Back Wages Owed
119
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
CARLISLE CARE CENTER 50047 1 $14,212 $263 54
Carlisle Center For Wellness and Rehab 50047 1 $10,907 $202 54
Wright Chevrolet 50047 1 $3,891 $649 6
Wyckoff Industries 50047 1 $301 $60 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Carlisle

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AVON COMMUNITY CHURCH5975 SE 46TH ST
CARLISLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH305 MARKET ST
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH1100 MARKET ST 1100 MARKET ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH825 N 7TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carlisle

What is the population of Carlisle?

Carlisle has a population of 4,187 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 741 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Carlisle expensive to live in?

Carlisle is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $98,333, 31% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,100 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Carlisle safe?

Carlisle is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 969 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Carlisle receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Carlisle?

Carlisle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Carlisle?

Carlisle has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,395. There are 20,581 business establishments in the area, including 1,227 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 10.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carlisle?

The median home value in Carlisle is $208,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,245. For renters, the median monthly rent is $896. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,943.

How are the schools in Carlisle?

Schools in Carlisle score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.4% of adults in Carlisle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Carlisle?

The obesity rate in Carlisle is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 21.2% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073.

What is transportation like in Carlisle?

The average commute in Carlisle is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carlisle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carlisle is 94.7% White, 3% Hispanic or Latino. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

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