Waynesville, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
5,422 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,179 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$204,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$728 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
3
Fort Leonard Wood Urban Area
3
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
3
Fort Leonard Wood Urban Area
3
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 5 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 16, MO State House District 121, MO
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Schools

6th Grade Center
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Waynesville Sr High
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Waynesville Career Center
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Central College of Cosmetology
4 miles, SE • 1 star
Salem College of Hairstyling
25 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Lebanon
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
69 miles, N • 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
133 miles, W • 1 star
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