Garden City, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
1,539 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$165,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
3
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

Cass County
5
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 6 0 64
Jun 6 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 3 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 31, MO State House District 62, MO
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Schools

Training Center Christian School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Sherwood High
7 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sherwood Elem
7 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Sherwood Middle
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Calvary University
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Cass Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Bates County Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Belton Regional Medical Center
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
Lee's Summit Medical Center
25 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
58 miles, N • 3.7 star
Joplin Regional Airport
99 miles, SW • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
101 miles, S • 1.4 star
Columbia Regional Airport
108 miles, E • 1 star
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