Summer Set, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
1,222 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,760 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
47 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$806 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,335 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
98.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
3
St. Louis 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

Jefferson County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 3 2 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Schools

Vineland Elem
3 miles, NE 2.3 star
Sunrise Elem
3 miles, S 3.2 star
Desoto Sr High
3 miles, NE 3.7 star
Desoto Jr High
3 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Jefferson College
12 miles, NE 1.4 star
Mineral Area College
18 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Jefferson
12 miles, E 4.1 star
Washington County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, SW 2.3 star
Parkland Health Center
22 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
81 miles, S 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
102 miles, NW 1 star