Cedar County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
14,440 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,577 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$489 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 32
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 2 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 28, MO State House District 125, MO
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Schools

Stockton Elem
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
Stockton Middle
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star

Colleges

Southwest Baptist University
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Cottey College
29 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Nevada Regional Technical Center
29 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Citizens Memorial Hospital
25 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Nevada Regional Medical Center
29 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Barton County Memorial Hospital
29 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
54 miles, SW • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
104 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Columbia Regional Airport
116 miles, E • 1 star