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Springfield, MO
B+
Population: 168,603
Home Price: $127,800
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Overview
Springfield is a midsize city in the state of Missouri with a population of 168,603. Springfield has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(C) Average
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
18.0 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Springfield, MO
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Per Capita Income
$26,357
$26,718
$32,693
Median Household Income
$39,991
$53,831
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
4.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
12.3%
12.9%
10.5%
Age
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Median Age
33.2
41.0
42.3
Gender
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Male
48.5%
49.6%
49.8%
Female
51.5%
50.4%
50.2%
Race
Springfield
Missouri
United States
White
87.6%
87.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
4.0%
5.8%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.4%
0.4%
2.7%
Asian
2.0%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.2%
0.2%
Other Race
0.9%
0.9%
2.7%
Multiracial
5.0%
4.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Median Home Price
$127,800
$122,062
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$645
$551
$801
Family Households
33.1%
33.1%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
32.8%
32.8%
26.2%
Homeowners
42.9%
71.6%
72.9%
Renters
57.1%
28.4%
27.1%
Education
Springfield
Missouri
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
5.9%
9.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
28.9%
28.9%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.0%
20.8%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
7.7%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
18.3%
11.4%
15.0%
Proficiency
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Mathematics
33.7%
40.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
46.8%
48.9%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Murder
6.5
5.0
3.0
Rape
210.4
34.5
38.0
Robbery
188.5
29.8
40.7
Assault
1113.8
216.8
188.5
Property Crime
Springfield
Missouri
United States
Burglary
1222.0
362.8
336.1
Theft
5575.7
1631.0
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
995.1
213.0
167.1
Arson
37.8
13.0
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Springfield, MO
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
happy hour
hot dog
hot dogs
beer
delicious food
tasty food
food drinks
bourbon beer
beer wine
cheese
craft beer
bread
pizza
chef
steamed
bbq
hamburgers
skincare
pie
mac n cheese
womens sports
high school football
sports coverage
intramural sports
country music
baseball
video games
basketball
football
little league
hs football
professional wrestling
college athletics
fantasy football
flag football
doublea affiliate
major league
mlb
teams
pop culture
inspired by
cover art
art museum
digital art
pixel art
concept art
digital artist
film photography
pottery
vfx artist
graphic design
commissions open
photography
creative
nft
drawing
theatre
library
nfts
museum
video games
baseball cards
pc gamer
anime
pokemon
hot rods
card collector
pokmon
photography
apple products
books
collector
fitness
nature photography
pc gaming
gaming
photographer hiker
youtuber
outdoors
memes
sports
sports coverage
radio show
family friendly
awardwinning writer
video production
radio host
professional wrestling
free wifi
public relations
tv
government politics
food drinks
journalism
marketing
radio personality
photography
film television
pop culture
digital content
sports
family friendly
warm weather
biking
photography
summer
arts
nature
facility
driving range
indoors
winter
space
aviation
outdoor adventures
selfguided tour
beach
gardening
atmospher
boating
new arrivals
home depot
glassware
coffee shop
online store
local businesses
shop online
gift cards
gift card
christmas gifts
online shopping
etsy
ebay store
auto parts
ebay
spirit wear
grocery store
clothing shoes
supplies
clothing
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