Fair Play, MO
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
470
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
6.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$37,125
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$73,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$800
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
3
Springfield Metro Area
6
Missouri
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
5
Springfield Metro Area
7
Missouri
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 5 | 32 |
| Feb | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Mar | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 46 |
| Dec | 2 | 2 | 35 |
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 (32%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 28, MO State House District 128, MOSchools
Fair Play Elem
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Little Stingers Preschool
<1 miles, NE
Fair Play High
<1 miles, NE
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2.8
Polk County Christian School
8 miles, SE
Colleges
Bolivar Technical College
8 miles, SE
Southwest Baptist University
10 miles, SE
•
1.4
Baptist Bible College
32 miles, S
•
1.4
WellSpring School of Allied Health-Springfield
32 miles, S
Hospitals
Citizens Memorial Hospital
9 miles, SE
•
2.3
Cedar County Memorial Hospital
29 miles, NW
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield
31 miles, S
Lakeland Behavioral Health System
33 miles, S
Airports
Springfield-Branson National Airport
29 miles, S
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1.4
Joplin Regional Airport
60 miles, W
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1
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
102 miles, SW
•
1.9
Columbia Regional Airport
110 miles, NE
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1