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Murphy, MO

Missouri

Murphy is a small city in Missouri with a population of 8,566. Residents earn $73,373 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,566 Population 2,219/sq mi density
$73,373 Median Income $35,159 per capita
$177,500 Home Value $343,704 Zillow
$961 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
94 Violent Crime/100K 2,439 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,373 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,500 home value, $961/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
94 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,373
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,500
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 94/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Murphy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,566
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density2,219/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,373
Per Capita$35,159
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,500
Rent$961
Ownership80.2%
Zillow$343,704
Housing Units3,687
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

F
Violent94/100K
Property2,439/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.5%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation558 ft (170 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.3%
EV Stations8

Is Murphy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murphy receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Murphy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murphy is $73,373, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Murphy is $177,500, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Murphy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,439 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Murphy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Murphy has a population of 8,566 with a density of 2,219 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (87.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,566
Total Population
2,219
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Murphy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Murphy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murphy is $73,373, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,159. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Murphy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,373
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Murphy is $177,500, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,704, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,687 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. 27.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$343,704
Median List Price$283,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$283,000
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.2%
Owner-Occupied80.2%
Renter-Occupied19.8%
Housing Units3,687
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

In Murphy, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Murphy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits56.9%

Food & Exercise

Murphy has a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,439 per 100,000, 24% above the U.S. average. Overall, Murphy receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Murphy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent93.8/100K
75% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,438.7/100K
24% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Murphy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density2,219/sq mi
Coordinates38.4903°N, 90.4871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Nearest AirportSt Louis Lambert International (STL)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 59 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 121 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 45 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 133 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 140 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 134 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 117 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 116 km
Mar 12, 2002 6 km S of Marble Hill, Missouri M3.1 146 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 133 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 122 km
May 18, 2006 9 km SSE of De Soto, Missouri M2.9 49 km
Sep 5, 1995 3 km N of Woodlawn, Illinois M2.9 127 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 145 km
Jul 8, 2003 1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri M2.9 82 km
Apr 29, 2022 1 km SSW of Peerless Park, Missouri M2.8 4 km
Mar 28, 2024 1 km NNE of Germantown, Illinois M2.8 83 km
Aug 26, 1992 5 km W of Frohna, Missouri M2.8 118 km
Sep 13, 1997 3 km SSE of Darmstadt, Illinois M2.8 71 km
Jul 31, 1995 8 km SSW of Caledonia, Missouri M2.8 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

567 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 76 fatalities, 1,218 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 95 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 91 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 27 km 0
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 40 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 81 km 2
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 85 km 4
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 22 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 11 km 21
Feb 24, 1956 EF4 38 km 6
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 48 km 6
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 38 km 1
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 88 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 45 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 32 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 1 km 1
Mar 13, 2006 EF3 83 km 0
Mar 13, 2006 EF3 99 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 86 km 2
Nov 15, 1988 EF3 39 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SMITH MILL HOLLOW (3,978 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 SMITH MILL HOLLOW 3,978 75 km
2021 COUNCIL BLUFF 3,035 95 km
2024 COUNCIL BLUFF WEST RX 2,846 95 km
2005 UNNAMED 2,751 89 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,688 77 km
2010 COUNCIL BLUFF LAKE 2,651 95 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,512 95 km
2021 BEAR PAW 2,080 89 km
2024 BEAR PAW RX 2,067 89 km
2004 CICERO CREEK 1,846 68 km
2021 BERRYMAN BLOCK B AND C 1,728 79 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,586 90 km
2010 DELBRIDGE SOUTH 1,574 90 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,552 95 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,483 95 km
2024 HARMON SPRING RX 1,330 75 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,285 75 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,196 88 km
2022 JOHNSON MOUNTAIN 1,155 94 km
2024 RENAULT 1,085 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
December 35°F (1°C) 3.1 in Coldest

Murphy has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 35°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.1").

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20.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,219/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access95.3%
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%
Average costs for common services in Murphy. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $227 ($136–$363)
Specialist Visit $318 ($182–$499)
Urgent Care Visit $182 ($91–$318)
Emergency Room Visit $1,998 ($726–$4,540)
Dental Cleaning $118 ($68–$182)
Dental Filling $227 ($136–$363)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$109)
Brake Pad Replacement $272 ($136–$454)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $545 ($363–$908)
Battery Replacement $182 ($91–$318)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $91 ($54–$136)
Electrician (Per Hour) $82 ($45–$127)
HVAC Repair $363 ($136–$726)
HVAC System Install $6,356 ($3,632–$10,896)
Roof Repair $908 ($363–$1,816)
Roof Replacement $8,172 ($4,994–$13,620)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,362 ($454–$3,178)
Divorce (Contested) $13,620 ($4,540–$27,240)
DUI Defense $4,540 ($1,816–$9,080)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,362 ($726–$2,724)
Will Preparation $454 ($182–$908)
Trust Preparation $2,270 ($908–$4,540)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$91)
Hair Coloring (Full) $136 ($68–$227)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $73 ($45–$118)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.72 ($2.72–$4.99)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.18 ($2.27–$4.54)
Loaf of Bread $3.45 ($2.27–$4.99)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.09 ($2.72–$5.90)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.99 ($3.63–$6.81)
Rice (per lb) $0.91 ($0.54–$1.63)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $127 ($73–$227)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $64 ($27–$136)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $64 ($36–$109)
Internet (Monthly) $64 ($36–$91)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$91)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$136)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $182 ($68–$454)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,816 ($1,090–$3,178)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $64 ($27–$118)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.26–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $91 ($27–$227)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,090 ($545–$2,270)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $908 ($454–$1,816)
After-School Care (Monthly) $363 ($182–$636)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$91)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $908 ($363–$2,270)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,350 ($4,540–$27,240)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$91)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $91 ($45–$182)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$91)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $272 ($136–$454)
Cat Spay/Neuter $182 ($91–$363)
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Radio Stations near Murphy

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.7 FM KWMU-1 MP3 64 kbps
90.7 FM KWMU-2 jazz MP3 128 kbps
Organlive - Organ Music classical, organ MP3 320 kbps
70s 80s Hits hits 70s 80s MP3 128 kbps
Lutheran Public Radio - Collinsville, IL christian, classical AAC 128 kbps
Organlive MP3 320 kbps
The Big 550 KTRS news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Murphy

27 national parks and monuments found near Murphy.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Cuivre River State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park State Park Free
Meramec State Park State Park Free
Onondaga Cave State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Robertsville State Park State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Museums in Murphy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MILDRED LANE KEMPER ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3149354523$2,684,880,898
HUNT GALLERYART MUSEUM$202,704,082
MAY GALLERYART MUSEUM3142467673$202,704,082
BELMONT THE GARI MELCHERS ESTATE AND MEMORIAL GALLERYART MUSEUM3145299350$92,238,740
DUPONT GALLERYART MUSEUM3145299350$92,238,740
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY GALLERYART MUSEUM3145299350$92,238,740
MORTON MAY GALLERYART MUSEUM3145299381$92,238,740
RIDDERHOF MARTIN GALLERYART MUSEUM3145299350$92,238,740
PRINCIPIA SCHOOL OF NATIONS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$70,968,809
MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4344 SHAW BLVD3145775100$45,820,006
PILLSBURY CHAPEL AND DALE WILLIAMS FINE ARTS CENTER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$41,756,676
FONTBONNE UNIVERSITY GALLERY OF ART�SART MUSEUM$39,476,125
SAINT LOUIS ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION1 GOVERNMENT DRIVE3147810900$19,303,297
MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3147464599$15,576,563
SAINT LOUIS ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM1 FINE ARTS DRIVE3147210072$13,229,599
MAGIC HOUSECHILDREN'S MUSEUM3148228900$6,551,113
CENTER OF CREATIVE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM3147256555$5,135,637
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF SAINT LOUISGENERAL MUSEUM3144545778$4,632,185
WORLD CHESS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3143679243$3,624,495
LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARKGENERAL MUSEUM12580 ROTT RD3146155278$2,063,442
CRAFT ALLIANCE EDUCATION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3147251177$1,333,255
WILD CANID SURVIVAL AND RESEARCH CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6750 TYSON VALLEY RD6369385900$902,939
ACADEMY OF SCIENCE OF ST LOUISNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3142894400$529,222
CHESTERFIELD ARTSART MUSEUM6365191955$469,647
MISSOURI CIVIL WAR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM222 WORTH RD3148451861$428,062
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB MUSEUM OF THE DOGGENERAL MUSEUM3148213647$376,831
HISTORIC AIRCRAFT RESTORATION MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3144343368$353,366
SAINT LOUIS SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$311,039
AFFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7801 GENESTA STREET3143525654$230,183
FAUST PARK FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3146158328$190,898
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT HOUSE IN EBSWORTH PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION$156,367
CARONDELET HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3144816303$148,572
TOWER GROVE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION3147712679$122,479
LEAGUE OF WORLD WAR 1 AVIATION HISTORIANSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$85,116
WEBSTER GROVES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1155 S ROCK HILL RD3149681857$63,726
JEFFERSON COUNTY VETERANS TRIBUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$56,369
SAINT LOUIS SOCCER HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM7045 STINGER PL$51,840
LEWIS PLACE HISTORICAL PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3145351354$44,835
GREATER ST LOUIS AMATUER HOCKEY HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$41,552
KIRKWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION302 W ARGONNE DR3149655151$33,356
WILDWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONWILDWOOD6364582860$28,451
HISTORIC RIVERBOAT PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$25,010
STEEL GUITAR HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3144277794$18,414
MINIATURE MUSEUM OF GREATER ST LOUISGENERAL MUSEUM3148327790$17,859
AHNE ROAD FARMSHISTORY MUSEUM$9,757
SAINT LOUIS BROWNS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$8,125
FACES OF FREEDOM FIGHTERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$5,927
NAMES PROJECT METRO ST LOUISART MUSEUM$3,304
1844 CONCORD SCHOOL LOG CABIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING GALLERYART MUSEUM
ANHEUSER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6364645310
ARCHDIOCESE OF SAINT LOUISHISTORIC PRESERVATION20 ARCH BISHOP MAY DR RM G522
ARNOLD MISSOURI HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6362822828
BALLWIN HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6362278580
BEVO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3148322036
CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3149770268
CHARLES E PETERSON INSTITUTE FOR PRESERVATION OF FRENCH HERIHISTORY MUSEUM
CONCORDIA HISTORICAL INSTITUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3145057900
CRITICAL MASSART MUSEUM3147359268
DOGTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EUREKA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4849 HWY 109
FENTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION36 GOODE DRIVE6363260808
FENTON HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6363260808
FRED M KEMP FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM6365371718
GALLERY 210ART MUSEUM3145165000
GATEWAY CHILDREN'S NATURE CONNECTIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6365326095
GATEWAY TO PEACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3143855161
GOLDEN EAGLE RIVER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GRANTWOOD VILLAGE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREATER ST. LOUIS AMATEUR BASEBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC MARTIN FRANKLIN HANLEY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7600 WESTMORELAND AVE3142908553
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM AND LEARNING CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3144320020
JAMES S. MCDONNELL PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5050 OAKLAND AVENUE
JEFFERSON BARRACKS ORDNANCE DEPOTGENERAL MUSEUM3148456858
JEFFERSON BARRACKS POW-MIA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
JEFFERSON BARRACKS POWDER MAGAZINE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3145444154
JEFFERSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6366778186
KIMMSWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONIMPERIAL6364648687
LIFES BIG PICTUREHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOST WORLD STUDIOSGENERAL MUSEUM6362820970
MASTODON STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3144642976
METROPOLITAN ZOOLOGICAL PARK AND MUSEUM DISTRICTZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3148624222
MID-AMERICA AQUACENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3146477874
MISSOURI STATE BIPLANE & ANTIQUE AIRCRAFT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3127 CREVE COEUR MILL RD3144343368
MO DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION: POWDER VALLEY CONSERVATION NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER11715 CRAGWOLD RD3143011506
MOTHER ROADHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSE SAINT LOUISART MUSEUMPO BOX 63440
MUSEUM OF BLACK INVENTORSART MUSEUM3143139071
MUSEUM OF IMAJEWNATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3144775772
MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3146158668
NORMANDY AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTHWEST HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF JEFFERSON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD TRAILS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION687 HENRY AVENUE3143941883
OVERLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2404 GASS AVENUE3144267027
OZARK AIRLINES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM638 BELLERIVE ESTATES DR3145761747
RICHMOND HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUSSELL AND RUTH GOETZ KRAUS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAINT LOUIS 2004 EXPOSITIONGENERAL MUSEUM
SAINT LOUIS AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY & GENEALOGY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAINT LOUIS BLUES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SAINT LOUIS FAMILY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SAINT LOUIS MERCANTILE LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM3149943300
SAINT LOUIS MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SAINT LOUIS SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5050 OAKLAND AVENUE
SAMUEL CUPPLES HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3149773025
SAPPINGTON CONCORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3149181617
SCC GALLERYART MUSEUM6369228000
SLCC/FP GALLERIESART MUSEUM3146449100
ST LOUIS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM700 CLARK AVE
ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM516 SOUTH KIRKWOOD ROAD3148228900
SUNSET HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUTTER MEYER SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3147210193
TOWN AND COUNTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ULYSSES S. GRANT NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3148421867
WATER TOWER AND PARK PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6368611392
WORLDWAYS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6362077008

Libraries in Murphy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SAINT LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY1640 S LINDBERGH BLVD0.06,177,831
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT5678 STATE ROAD PP0.0391,583
UNIVERSITY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY6701 DELMAR BLVD0.0265,489
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES MUNICIPAL LIBRARY301 E LOCKWOOD AVE0.0223,501
KIRKWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY140 E JEFFERSON AVE0.0218,703
RICHMOND HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY8001 DALE AVE0.0142,085
BRENTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY8765 EULALIE AVE0.063,944
MAPLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY7550 LOHMEYER AVE0.038,438
VALMEYER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT300 SOUTH CEDAR BLUFF DRIVE0.023,015
ROCK HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY9811 MANCHESTER RD0.022,108
VALLEY PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY320 BENTON ST0.011,804

Farmers Markets in Murphy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arnold Farmers Market2400 Bradley Beach Road05/05/2018 to 10/20/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Bringing Home Grown to U 1Mid Rivers MallJanuary to DecemberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Bringing Homegrown to U 2Greenscape GardensJanuary to DecemberThu:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;
Byrne's Mill Farmers' MarketAt the intersection of Hwy 30 and Route W, behind McDonalds on Hunter LaneYesVisit
Carondelet Farmers' Market7701 S. BroadwayJune to OctoberSat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Connor Farm
Creve Coeur Farmers' Market12320 Olive Blvd05/01/2015 to 10/01/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
E & E Acres, LLC
Ellisville Farmers' Market255 Kiefer Creek Rd.Visit
Eureka Farmers' Market394 South Central Avenue04/27/2017 to 10/26/2017Thu: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Ferguson Farmers' MarketPlaza 501, 501 S. Florissant Rd.05/05/2018 to 10/20/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Kirkwood Farmers' Market150 E. ArgonneVisit
Market in the Loop8420 Delmar, Delmar and Berick intersection in University City MOVisit
Midtown Farmers Market6655 Delmar Blvd, Back Lot04/21/2018 to 11/10/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Olde Towne Fenton Farmers Market200 Gravois05/07/2016 to 10/22/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Overland Farmer's Market 631142500 Woodson Road05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;Visit
Pevely Flea Market and Farmers' Market8773 Commercial Boulevard05/04/2013 to 10/27/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit
Schlafly Winter Farmers' Market7260 Southwest Ave.Visit
South Hampton Farmers' MarketHwy 40 or 44 to South Hampton. East on Chippewa, south on Macklind. Corner of Nottingham and Macklind in the heart of Macklind Ave Business District.Visit
St. Louis Community Farmers' Market3664 Arsenal Street11/09/2013 to 04/12/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
The Market in the Loop6655 DelmarThu: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM;Visit
Tower Grove Farmers' Market4256 Magnolia AveMay to NovemberSat:8:30 am - 12:30 pm;YesVisit
Warson Woods Farmers' Market10001 Manchester Road05/07/2013 to 10/29/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Wildwood Farmers' Market183 Plaza DriveMay to SeptemberSat:8:00 am - 1:30 pm;Visit

Restaurants in Murphy

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Que Pasa
The Pasta House Co. Italian Restaurant

Dentists in Murphy

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meramec Family Dentistry

Gas Stations in Murphy

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BioDiesel
BP
BP Petrol
Phillips 66
VP Fuels
ZX

Breweries in Murphy

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
A B S Coffee RepairBrewers483 S Kirkwood Rd3143892866
Blendon AlehouseMO">Brewery2246 Blendon Pl
Brick House Tavern + TapAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Sports Bar2 Mcbride And Son Center Dr6365366291Visit
Discover St. Louis, LlcCity Tours, Brewery Tours, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities5902 Columbia Ave13145226367
Ferguson Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery418 S Florissant Rd3145212220Visit
IndihopBrewery Forest Park SoutheastSarah St
Pabst Brewing Cowholesale, manufacturing, food, brewer4991 Magnolia Ave3148654770
Pappo's Pizzeria & Brew Co.Pizza Place, Brewery, and Bar3690 Forest Park Ave3148333171
Perennial Artisan AlesBars And Pubs, Craft Breweries8125 Michigan Ave(314)6317300Visit
Quality Equipment CoWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Bar Equipment Fixtures & Supp1825 Avenue H A
Schlafly BottleworksBrewery, Beer Garden, Pizza Place7260 S W Ave (at Manchester)3142412337Visit
St Louis Brewery IncBrewers, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Brew Pubs, Taverns, Commodity Brokers, Traditional American1 Schlafly Plz3146444224
St Louis Wine & Beermaking LlcEngineering Equipment & Supplies, Scientific Instruments & Supplies Dealers, Winemaking Equipment & 231 Lamp And Lantern Vlg6362308277Visit
The Civil Life Brewing Co.Brewery, Brewery Tower Grove South3714 Holt AveVisit
Urban Street Brewing CoBrewers4465 Manchester Ave3142220143
Villa Antonio WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries3660 Linhorst Rd6364755008Visit

Ski Resorts Near Murphy

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kirkwood 65.0 15 2,987 $85 November - April Yes

Cell Towers in Murphy

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4641 ROCK CREEK RDTOWER98
4641 ROCK CREEK RDTOWER98
2052 State Route 156TOWER92
2052 State Route 156TOWER92
6400 CEDAR DRTOWER68
6400 CEDAR DRTOWER68

Bridges in Murphy

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20194040,373G
CulvertConcrete20032612,032G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198725311,430F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198727711,430G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198714911,430G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198734311,228F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198727311,035F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198729111,035F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198715411,035G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2007828,818G
CulvertSteel1979307,345F
CulvertConcrete continuous2007265,816F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20061225,438F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2000674,108G
SlabPrestressed concrete continuous1900413,104F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19971123,061G
CulvertConcrete1900203,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1970312,650F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2015672,527G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2010612,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19872882,238F
CulvertConcrete continuous1900331,100F
CulvertConcrete201624372F
CulvertConcrete198540308F
CulvertConcrete200628254F
CulvertSteel201548200G

Amtrak Stations in Murphy

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Kirkwood, MO110 West Argonne DriveTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Murphy

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEMICAL LIME CO9700 WATSON RD, SUITE 524STE. GENEVIEVE
CHRYSLER ST. LOUIS SOUTH ASSEMBLY PLANT1001 N HWY DRST LOUIS
METAL CONTAINER CORPORATION42 TENBROOK INDUSTRIAL PARK JEFFERSON
METAL CONTAINER CORPORATION42 TENBROOK INDUSTRIAL PARK JEFFERSON

Airports Near Murphy

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
Spirit of St Louis AirportSUSMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Ahlers Acres AirportSmall Airport
Aire Parque AirportSmall Airport
Arnold UltralightportSmall Airport
Baldwin AirportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Bismarck Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk AirportSmall Airport
Bonne Terre Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Burns FieldSmall Airport
C.E.F. AirportSmall Airport
Christian Outreach AirfieldSmall Airport
Creve Coeur AirportSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Farmington Regional AirportFAMSmall Airport
Fawn Lake AirportSmall Airport
Findley FieldSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Greensfield AirportSmall Airport
Harvey AirportSmall Airport
Hermann-Faulk AirfieldSmall Airport
Jerseyville Aviation Inc AirportSmall Airport
K & N FieldSmall Airport
Keeven Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Koala-T-Field AirportSmall Airport
Koenig AirportSmall Airport
Lakeside AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lindell Loveless AirportSmall Airport
Lone Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
Maune Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Moders AirportSmall Airport
Monroe FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Raymond Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Riddle's Roost AirportSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport
Schaller AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Murphy

31 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Brentwood Police Department
Central County Precinct1333 Ashby Road
Chesterfield Police Station
City of Ballwin Police Department302 Kehrs Mill Road
City of Ballwin Police Department302 Kehrs Mill Road
City of Ladue Police Department
Crestwood Police Department
Crestwood Police Station
Creve Coeur Police Department300 North New Ballas Road
Des Peres Department of Public Safety Police
Ellisville Police StationWeis Avenue
Eureka Police Department120 City Hall Drive
Jefferson County Police Station
Jennings Police Department5445 Jennings Station Road
Kirkwood Police Department131 West Madison Avenue
Manchester City Police Station
Maplewood Police Department7601 Manchester Rd
Metropolitan Police Department Second District3157 Sublette Avenue
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C891 Technology Drive
Olivette Police Station
Overland Police Department2410 Goodale Avenue
Richmond Heights Police Department7447 Dale Avenue
Rock Hill Police Department
Saint Louis County Police Department7900 Forsyth Boulevard
Shrewsbury City Police Department
St. Louis Co Police
St. Louis County
St. Louis County Police - West County (7th) Precinct232 Vance Road
University City Police Department6801 Sgt Mike King Drive
Valmeyer Police Department
Wildwood Police Station

Grocery Stores in Murphy

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Arch Energy LC 538Convenience Store102A Delores Dr
Circle K 4701627Convenience Store105 Delores Dr
Gas Mart 7Convenience Store2099 Old State Route 21
Mahil PetroleumConvenience Store101 Old Sugar Creek Rd
Quick StopConvenience Store1841 Old State Route 21
QuikTrip 646Convenience Store1617 Gravois Rd
Walgreens 7423Other1210 Sugar Creek Sq

Treatment Centers in Murphy

24 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adapt of Missouri IncBoth888-657-3201
Amanda Luckett Murphy Hopewell CenterBoth314-531-1770
Amanda Luckett Murphy Hopewell CenterBoth314-531-1770
Annie Malone Children/Family Servs CtrBoth314-668-4332
Assessment and Counseling SolutionsSubstance Abuse314-849-2800
BJC Behavioral Health - South SiteBoth314-206-3400
Carestl Health RiverviewBoth314-389-4566
Eastern MO Alt Sentencing Servs Inc - EMASS/St Louis City CIP/SROPSubstance Abuse314-664-9555
Every Childs Hope - Residential TreatmentMental Health314-427-3755 x250
Hawthorn Childrens Psychiatric HospMental Health314-512-7800
Mercy Edgewood ProgramBoth636-933-1231
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse636-224-1700
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse314-899-0846
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse314-835-0226
Preferred Family Healthcare Inc - Adolescent ProgramSubstance Abuse314-773-3670
Provident Behavioral Health - Creve Coeur LocationMental Health314-878-4340
Queen of Peace Center - Cathedral TowerSubstance Abuse314-531-0511 x213
Saint Louis Behav Medicine InstituteBoth314-534-0200
Saint Vincent Home for ChildrenBoth314-261-6011
Sana Lake Behavioral WellnessSubstance Abuse314-916-1470
SSM Saint Marys Health CenterMental Health314-768-8000
St Louis Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Missouri LPSubstance Abuse314-423-7030
VA Saint Louis Healthcare System - Saint Charles Comm Based OP CenterBoth800-228-5459 x56988
Westend ClinicSubstance Abuse314-381-0560

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murphy

What is the population of Murphy?

Murphy has a population of 8,566 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,219 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Murphy expensive to live in?

Murphy is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $73,373, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $177,500 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Murphy safe?

Murphy is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,439 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Murphy receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Murphy?

Murphy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Murphy?

Murphy has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Murphy?

The median home value in Murphy is $177,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,704. For renters, the median monthly rent is $961. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.2%.

How are the schools in Murphy?

Schools in Murphy score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.5% of adults in Murphy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Murphy?

The obesity rate in Murphy is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Murphy?

The average commute in Murphy is 26 minutes. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Murphy?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Murphy is 87.4% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

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