Perry County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
18,947 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,356 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.8% 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 3 3 31
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 27, MO State House District 145, MO
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Schools

Perryville Elem
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Perryville Sr High
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Southeast Missouri State University
31 miles, S • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Perry County Memorial Hospital
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Joseph Memorial Hospital
26 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
36 miles, S • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
72 miles, SE • 1 star