Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
15,317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,629 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
62.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,116 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
3
Fort Leonard Wood Urban Area
3
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
3
Fort Leonard Wood Urban Area
3
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 31
Feb 2 3 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 5 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 16, MO State House District 121, MO
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Schools

Wood Elem
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Thayer Elem
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Partridge Elem
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Central College of Cosmetology
4 miles, N • 1 star
Waynesville Career Center
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Salem College of Hairstyling
23 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Lebanon
28 miles, W • 4.1 star
Salem Memorial District Hospital
31 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
74 miles, N • 1 star
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