Putnam 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 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,675 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$436 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$366 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 1 5 24
Feb 1 5 28
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 5 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 18, MO State House District 3, MO
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Schools

Putnam Co Middle
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Putnam Co Elem
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Putnam Co High
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Green City High
15 miles, S • 3.7 star

Colleges

Truman State University
30 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Kirksville Area Technical Center
31 miles, SE • 1 star
North Central Missouri College
42 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Mercyone Centerville Medical Center
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Wayne County Hospital
25 miles, N • 4.1 star

Airports

Des Moines International Airport
80 miles, N • 2.3 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
118 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Kansas City International Airport
122 miles, W • 3.7 star