Odessa, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
5,589 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,592 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$593 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$694 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 2 3 33
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 5 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 53, MO
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Schools

Odessa Middle
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Odessa High
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Odessa Upper Elementary
1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Central Missouri
21 miles, S • 1.9 star
Warrensburg Area Career Center
22 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lafayette Regional Health Center
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Marys Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Ray County Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Western Missouri Medical Center
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
45 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
95 miles, SE • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
125 miles, S • 1.4 star
Joplin Regional Airport
131 miles, SW • 1 star
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