Festus, 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 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
12,965 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,085 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$472 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$705 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
3
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

Jefferson County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 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 leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 22, MO State House District 114, MO
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Schools

Festus Intermediate
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Festus Elem
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Festus Sr High
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Festus Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Jefferson College
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Skin Institute
21 miles, NE
Applied Technology Services
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Jefferson
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital South
20 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ssm St Clare Health Center
22 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
83 miles, S • 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
106 miles, NW • 1 star
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