Wellington, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
553 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,404 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$466 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$589 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 2 44
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 53, MO
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Schools

Wellington-Napoleon Elem
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Wellington-Napoleon High
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Lexington High
7 miles, E • 2.8 star
Leslie Bell Elem
7 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

William Jewell College
24 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Lafayette Regional Health Center
7 miles, E • 3.2 star
Ray County Memorial Hospital
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Marys Medical Center
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
40 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
98 miles, SE • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
135 miles, S • 1.4 star
Joplin Regional Airport
140 miles, SW • 1 star
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