Defiance, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
80 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$199,519 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$404,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 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. Charles County
2
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. Charles County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
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 red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MO State Senate District 2, MO State House District 102, MO
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Schools

The Fulton School at St Albans
4 miles, S • 5 star
Babler Lodge
5 miles, E
Francis Howell High
6 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

St Charles Community College
12 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Logan University
13 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Progress West Hospital
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Ssm St Joseph Hospital West
12 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital Washington
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
78 miles, NW • 1 star
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