Foster, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
51 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$275 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$325 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bates County
4
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bates County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 6 0 65
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 2 4 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 31, MO State House District 125, MO
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Schools

Hume Elem
6 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Hume High
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Rich Hill Elem
9 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Rich Hill High
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Nevada Regional Technical Center
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
Cottey College
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Fort Scott Community College
27 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Bates County Memorial Hospital
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
Nevada Regional Medical Center
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
Miami County Medical Center
33 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
70 miles, S • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
79 miles, N • 3.7 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
131 miles, S • 1.9 star
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