Anderson, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,415 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$367 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McDonald County
5
Missouri
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

McDonald County
4
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 34
Feb 2 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 6 0 65
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 3 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 5 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MO State Senate District 29, MO State House District 159, MO
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Schools

Anderson Elem
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
McDonald County High
1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Anderson Middle
1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Crowder College
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Neosho Beauty College
16 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Freeman Neosho Hospital
15 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Integris Grove Hospital
18 miles, W • 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital Joplin
27 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
27 miles, S • 1.9 star
Joplin Regional Airport
35 miles, N • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
86 miles, W • 2.3 star
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