Meta, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
128 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$331 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$510 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osage County
1
Jefferson City Metro Area
3
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Osage County
1
Jefferson City Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 32
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
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 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MO State Senate District 26, MO State House District 61, MO
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Schools

St Elizabeth Elem
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Elizabeth High
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lincoln University
17 miles, N • 1.4 star
State Technical College of Missouri
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Capital Region Medical Center
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lake Regional Health System
31 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
35 miles, N • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
100 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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