Fort Leonard Wood Urban Area, MO
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
53,850
332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,435
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
30.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$189,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$885
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Missouri
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 4 | 31 |
| Feb | 2 | 3 | 35 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 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 | 56 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 45 |
| Dec | 3 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 16, MO State House District 121, MOSchools
Westside Christian Academy
<1 miles, W
6th Grade Center
<1 miles, SW
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2.3
Waynesville Middle
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Waynesville Career Center
<1 miles, SW
Colleges
Waynesville Career Center
1 miles, SW
•
1.4
Central College of Cosmetology
4 miles, SE
•
1
Salem College of Hairstyling
24 miles, E
•
1
Missouri University of Science and Technology
25 miles, E
•
4.6
Hospitals
General Leonard Wood ACH (FT Leonard Wood)
6 miles, SE
Phelps County Regional Medical Center
25 miles, E
•
3.2
Mercy Hospital Lebanon
25 miles, W
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4.1
Osage Beach Center for Cognitive Disorders
32 miles, NW
Airports
Columbia Regional Airport
69 miles, N
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1
Springfield-Branson National Airport
76 miles, W
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1.4
St Louis Lambert International Airport
118 miles, E
•
3.7
Joplin Regional Airport
134 miles, W
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1