Whiteside, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
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
96 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$95,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$347 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$594 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
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

Lincoln County
2
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 29
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 3 5 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Schools

Silex High
5 miles, SW 3.7 star
Silex Elem
5 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

Pike-Lincoln Technical Center
4 miles, N 1.4 star
St Charles Community College
36 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Lincoln County Medical Center
14 miles, S 4.1 star
Pike County Memorial Hospital
18 miles, N 3.2 star
Ssm St Joseph Hospital West
29 miles, S 4.1 star
Illini Community Hospital
31 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
69 miles, W 1 star