Columbia Metro Area, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
212,850 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,463 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$242,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$832 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.4% 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 4 28
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 48, MO
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Schools

Midway Heights Elem
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
David Barton Elem
8 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Columbia College
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Missouri-Columbia
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Cooper County Community Hospital
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
University of Missouri Health Care
14 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Boone Hospital Center
15 miles, SE • 5 star
Moberly Regional Medical Center
32 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
23 miles, SE • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
116 miles, NW • 3.7 star
St Louis Lambert International Airport
120 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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