Wood Heights, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
783 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$880 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ray County
5
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

Ray County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 28
Feb 2 5 33
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 5 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 2 5 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 53, MO
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Schools

Elkhorn Elementary
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lewis Elementary
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
Excelsior Springs Tech High
4 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

William Jewell College
15 miles, W • 2.8 star
Summit Salon Academy Kansas City
23 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Ray County Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
New Liberty Hospital District
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
Lafayette Regional Health Center
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
30 miles, W • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
110 miles, SE • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
135 miles, W • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
151 miles, S • 1.4 star
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