Jefferson City Metro Area, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
150,147 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,425 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$482 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$621 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 2 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 3 32

Hazards

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 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MO State Senate District 10, MO State House District 49, MO
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Schools

North Elem
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Callaway Hills Elem
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
H Kenneth Kirchner School
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
New Bloomfield Elem
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Lincoln University
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Westminster College
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Capital Region Medical Center
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
14 miles, N • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
119 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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