Amsterdam, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
127 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,214 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$47,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$475 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bates County
4
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bates County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 6 0 65
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 2 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Schools

Miami Elem
3 miles, SE 2.8 star
Miami High
3 miles, SE 2.8 star
Drexel High
9 miles, N 3.2 star
Lacygne Elem
9 miles, W 1.4 star

Colleges

Calvary University
34 miles, NE 1.9 star
Nevada Regional Technical Center
36 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Bates County Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SE 4.1 star
Miami County Medical Center
21 miles, N 4.1 star
Cass Regional Medical Center
25 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
66 miles, N 3.7 star
Joplin Regional Airport
83 miles, S 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
101 miles, S 1.4 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
125 miles, NW 1 star