Iron County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
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
9,482 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,161 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$485 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.7% 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 3 3 31
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 5 0 45
Dec 4 2 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 76%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 27, MO State House District 144, MO
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Schools

Arcadia Valley Elem
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Arcadia Valley Middle
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Arcadia Valley High
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Colleges

Mineral Area College
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Jefferson College
44 miles, NE • 1.4 star
East Central College
58 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Parkland Health Center
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
Washington County Memorial Hospital
21 miles, N • 2.3 star

Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
68 miles, SE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
113 miles, SE • 1 star