Howard County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
10,141 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,628 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$497 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia Metro Area
4
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

Columbia Metro Area
5
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 28
Feb 2 4 32
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 48, MO
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Schools

Wm N Clark Middle
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Laurence J Daly Elem
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Fayette High
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
New Franklin Middle-High
9 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Moberly Area Community College
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cooper County Community Hospital
14 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Boone Hospital Center
24 miles, SE • 5 star
University of Missouri Health Care
24 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Moberly Regional Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
34 miles, SE • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
108 miles, NW • 3.7 star
St Louis Lambert International Airport
128 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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