Ava, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,978 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,722 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$401 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
3
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

Douglas County
2
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 32
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 3 2 34

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 84%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 33, MO State House District 155, MO
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Schools

Ava Middle
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Ava High
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Ava Elem
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Bryan University
34 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Cox Medical Centers
36 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Mercy Hospital Springfield
37 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cox Medical Center Branson
37 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Springfield-Branson National Airport
45 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Joplin Regional Airport
102 miles, NW • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
102 miles, W • 1.9 star
Columbia Regional Airport
131 miles, NE • 1 star
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