Sweet Springs, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,299 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,111 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Saline County
2
Marshall Urban Area
2
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Saline County
4
Marshall Urban Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 27
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 2 1 44
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 2 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 51, MO
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Schools

Sweet Springs High
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Sweet Springs Elem
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Northwest Elem
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
St Paul Lutheran High School
8 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Missouri Valley College
16 miles, E • 1.9 star
State Fair Community College
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fitzgibbon Memorial Hospital
14 miles, E • 3.2 star
Bothwell Regional Health Center
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
Western Missouri Medical Center
21 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
65 miles, SE • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
73 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
119 miles, S • 1.4 star
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