Oak Grove, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
8,477 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,237 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$190,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$810 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
6
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

Jackson County
7
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) 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 3 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 5 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 2 0 43
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Oak Grove Middle
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Oak Grove Elem
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Oak Grove High
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

St Marys Medical Center
8 miles, NW · 4.1star
Centerpoint Medical Center
12 miles, NW · 2.3star
Lee's Summit Medical Center
13 miles, W · 3.2star
Saint Luke's East Hospital
14 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
37 miles, NW · 3.7star
Columbia Regional Airport
103 miles, SE · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
130 miles, SW · 1star
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