Lafayette County, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
32,974 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) 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 28
Feb 2 3 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 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 2 0 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Rolling Meadow School
4 miles, SE · 3.2star
Lafayette Co High
4 miles, SE · 3.7star
Lafayette Co Middle
4 miles, SE · 2.3star
Grandview Elem
4 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Colleges

University of Central Missouri
22 miles, S · 1.9star
Warrensburg Area Career Center
22 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Ray County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, N · 4.1star
Western Missouri Medical Center
21 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
51 miles, NW · 3.7star
Columbia Regional Airport
87 miles, SE · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
138 miles, SW · 1star
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