Risco, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
243 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
1.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$429 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$442 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New Madrid County
3
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

New Madrid County
3
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 35
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 5 0 58
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 5 1 38

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 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MO State Senate District 25, MO State House District 149, MO
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Schools

Risco Elem
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Risco High
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Malden Lower Elem
9 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Malden High
9 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Sikeston Career and Technology Center
26 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Three Rivers College
37 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center
39 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Dyersburg State Community College
42 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pemiscot County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, S • 2.3 star
Piggott Community Hospital
24 miles, W • 2.3 star
Missouri Delta Medical Center
27 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
48 miles, NE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
68 miles, E • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
105 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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