Appleton City, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
1,187 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,615 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$431 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$397 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
2
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

St. Clair County
2
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 30
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 6 0 65
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 2 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 28, MO State House District 126, MO
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Schools

Appleton City Elem
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Appleton City High
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Hudson Elem
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Montrose Elem
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Nevada Regional Technical Center
29 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Cottey College
31 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bates County Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
76 miles, SW • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
85 miles, N • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
107 miles, E • 1 star
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