Lake Ozark, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,451 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,476 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$308,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$519 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Miller County
3
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

Miller County
3
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 31
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 3%

Schools

Osage High
4 miles, S 3.7 star
Osage Upper Elem
4 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Lake Regional Health System
6 miles, SW 2.3 star
Capital Region Medical Center
35 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
48 miles, NE 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
78 miles, SW 1.4 star
Joplin Regional Airport
125 miles, W 1 star