Rockaway Beach, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
682 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$440 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$569 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Taney County
4
Branson Urban 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

Taney County
5
Branson Urban Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 33
Feb 2 2 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 2 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 (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MO State Senate District 33, MO State House District 156, MO
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Schools

Forsyth Elem
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Forsyth High
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Forsyth Middle
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Branson High
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

College of the Ozarks
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bryan University
30 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Cox Medical Center Branson
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Cox Medical Centers
31 miles, N • 2.3 star
Mercy Hospital Berryville
32 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
70 miles, W • 1.9 star
Joplin Regional Airport
80 miles, NW • 1 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
116 miles, SW • 1 star
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