Avalon, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
36 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$350 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$225 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston 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

Livingston County
3
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 26
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 2 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 2 4 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 4%

Schools

Tina-Avalon Elem
5 miles, SW 3.2 star
Tina-Avalon High
5 miles, SW 3.2 star
Hale Elem
6 miles, SE 4.1 star
Hale High
6 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Grand River Technical School
12 miles, N 1.9 star
North Central Missouri College
30 miles, N 1.4 star
Missouri Valley College
40 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Hedrick Medical Center
12 miles, N 3.2 star
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, SW 3.2 star
Pershing Memorial Hospital
21 miles, E 4.1 star
Wright Memorial Hospital
29 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
72 miles, W 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
87 miles, SE 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
130 miles, N 2.3 star