Knox County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
3,760 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$389 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$457 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 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 1 4 25
Feb 2 4 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 4 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 18, MO State House District 4, MO
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Schools

Knox Co High
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Knox Co Elem
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Adair Co High
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Adair Co Elem
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Kirksville Area Technical Center
22 miles, NW • 1 star
Truman State University
23 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Culver-Stockton College
33 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Scotland County Hospital
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
Northeast Regional Medical Center
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star

Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
91 miles, SW • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
123 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
125 miles, NE • 1.4 star