Watson, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
62 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$29,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$402 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Atchison County
2
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

Atchison County
1
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 24
Feb 1 6 29
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 3 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 2 40
Dec 1 5 27

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 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 6%

Schools

Rock Port Elem
7 miles, SE 4.6 star
Rock Port High
7 miles, SE 4.1 star
Hamburg Middle School
10 miles, N 4.1 star
Marnie Simons Elementary School
10 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Peru State College
6 miles, W 1.9 star
Northwest Missouri State University
40 miles, SE 2.3 star
Highland Community College
47 miles, S 1.9 star
Bellevue University
49 miles, N 3.2 star

Hospitals

Community Hospital Association
15 miles, SE 4.1 star
Chi Health St Mary's
18 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Eppley Airfield
59 miles, N 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
65 miles, NW 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
95 miles, S 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
108 miles, SW 1 star