Bates City, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
183 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
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

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 2 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 53, MO
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Schools

Oak Grove High
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
Oak Grove Elem
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
Oak Grove Middle
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Summit Salon Academy Kansas City
20 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Marys Medical Center
11 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Centerpoint Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Lee's Summit Medical Center
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Lafayette Regional Health Center
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
40 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
100 miles, SE • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
127 miles, S • 1.4 star
Joplin Regional Airport
130 miles, SW • 1 star
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