Sugar Creek, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
3,261 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,467 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$604 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.9% 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 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) 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 5 29
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 5 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Mill Creek Elem
1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Ott Elem
2 miles, SW · 2.8star
Abraham Mallinson Elementary
2 miles, SW · 1.4star

Colleges

William Jewell College
8 miles, N · 2.8star

Hospitals

Centerpoint Medical Center
7 miles, S · 2.3star
North Kansas City Hospital
8 miles, NW · 4.1star
New Liberty Hospital District
10 miles, N · 3.2star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
20 miles, NW · 3.7star
Columbia Regional Airport
120 miles, SE · 1star
Manhattan Regional Airport
121 miles, NW · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
137 miles, SW · 1star