DeKalb County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,176 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,093 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$480 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 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. Joseph Metro Area
3
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

St. Joseph Metro Area
6
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 26
Feb 1 5 30
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 3 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 4 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 12, MO State House District 9, MO
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Schools

Maysville Elem
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Maysville Jr-Sr High
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Osborn Elem
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
Osborn High
10 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Missouri Western State University
22 miles, W • 1.9 star
Hillyard Technical Center
23 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Cameron Regional Medical Center
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph
21 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
44 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Des Moines International Airport
120 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
125 miles, N • 2.8 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
131 miles, W • 1 star
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