Odessa, MO Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Valentina H. Dec 10, 2025

Biggest downsides of living in Odessa?

Curious what people think. It's a a small town city with about 5,589 people. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community...

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Xavier Apr 12, 2025

Honest thoughts on life in Odessa

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Does this match your experience? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Bennett R. Feb 10, 2025

Is Odessa worth it salary-wise?

Alright, I'm originally from Denver and Poverty rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $209,600 on average. Median household income is $85,592, which feels pretty solid for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyo...

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Valentina H. Jan 3, 2025

Moving to Odessa -what should I know?

Hey, I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $209,600 on average. You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 5,589 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better ...

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