Sturgeon, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,143 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$139,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$616 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boone County
5
Columbia 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

Boone County
5
Columbia Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) 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 2 4 27
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 2 5 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Sturgeon Middle
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Sturgeon Elem
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Sturgeon High
<1 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Moberly Area Community College
16 miles, N · 1.4star
Columbia College
19 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Moberly Regional Medical Center
15 miles, N · 3.2star
Boone Hospital Center
20 miles, SW · 5star
University of Missouri Health Care
21 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
29 miles, S · 1star
Kansas City International Airport
130 miles, NW · 3.7star
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