Concordia, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,184 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,192 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$577 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.7% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 27
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 2 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

St Paul Lutheran High School
<1 miles, E · 5star
Concordia Elem
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Concordia High
<1 miles, SW · 3.7star

Colleges

Warrensburg Area Career Center
17 miles, SW · 1.4star
University of Central Missouri
18 miles, SW · 1.9star

Hospitals

Western Missouri Medical Center
17 miles, SW · 3.2star
Fitzgibbon Memorial Hospital
20 miles, E · 3.2star
Lafayette Regional Health Center
22 miles, NW · 3.2star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
65 miles, NW · 3.7star
Columbia Regional Airport
74 miles, SE · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
136 miles, SW · 1star