Metz, MO
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
6
332.4M (US)
Median Age
77.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
20.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$47,708
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$111,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$327
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$704
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Vernon County
6
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
Vernon County
7
Missouri
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 3 | 31 |
| Feb | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 6 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 2 | 3 | 34 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 78%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 28, MO State House District 125, MOSchools
Rich Hill Elem
8 miles, NE
•
3.7
Rich Hill High
8 miles, NE
•
2.3
Rich Hill Youth Dev Ctr
9 miles, NE
•
3.2
Hume Elem
10 miles, NW
•
3.7
Colleges
Nevada Regional Technical Center
10 miles, S
•
1.4
Academy of Cosmetology and Esthetics
12 miles, S
Cottey College
12 miles, S
•
1.4
Fort Scott Community College
19 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Nevada Regional Medical Center
12 miles, S
•
4.1
Bates County Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NE
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4.1
Cedar County Memorial Hospital
25 miles, SE
Ellett Memorial Hospital
27 miles, E
Airports
Joplin Regional Airport
58 miles, SW
•
1
Springfield-Branson National Airport
78 miles, SE
•
1.4
Kansas City International Airport
91 miles, N
•
3.7
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
119 miles, S
•
1.9