Pocahontas, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
47 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$852 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape Girardeau County
4
Cape Girardeau Metro Area
4
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape Girardeau County
5
Cape Girardeau Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 32
Feb 3 3 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 27, MO State House District 146, MO
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Schools

North Elem
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Oak Ridge High
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Oak Ridge Elem
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Saxony Lutheran High School
5 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Southeast Missouri State University
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Saint Francis Medical Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
Southeasthealth
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Perry County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
20 miles, S • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
57 miles, SE • 1 star
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