Black Jack, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
6,606 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,920 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$646 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$870 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.5% 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. Louis County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 31
Feb 2 4 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 74%
Other 3%

Schools

Central Middle
<1 miles, E 1.4 star
Jury Elem
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star
Jamestown Elem
1 miles, NE 1.9 star
Townsend Elem
1 miles, E 1.4 star

Colleges

Saint Louis Christian College
2 miles, W 1.4 star
Elaine Steven Beauty College
3 miles, SW 1 star
University of Missouri-St Louis
7 miles, SW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Christian Hospital Northeast
2 miles, S 1.4 star
Alton Memorial Hospital
9 miles, NE 2.3 star
Osf Saint Anthony's Health Center
9 miles, NE 3.2 star
Gateway Regional Medical Center
9 miles, S 1.4 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
79 miles, NE 1 star