Stark City, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
125 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$70,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$341 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$585 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newton County
4
Joplin 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

Newton County
7
Joplin Metro Area
6
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 34
Feb 2 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 5 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 2 36

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 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Schools

East Newton High
3 miles, NW 4.1 star
Granby
5 miles, N 1.9 star
Triway
7 miles, SW 1.9 star
Benton Elem
9 miles, W 1.4 star

Colleges

Neosho Beauty College
10 miles, NW 1 star
Crowder College
11 miles, W 1.4 star
Missouri Southern State University
22 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Freeman Neosho Hospital
10 miles, NW 3.2 star
Cox Monett Hospital
15 miles, E 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital Carthage
20 miles, N 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital Joplin
22 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
26 miles, N 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
41 miles, SW 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
105 miles, W 2.3 star