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Springfield, MO
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Springfield, MO
At a Glance
How Springfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Springfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Springfield residents earn a median household income of $45,984 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,864. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Springfield is $165,200 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,992. Median rent is $920/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Springfield reports 1,519 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 300% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,793/100K. The murder rate is 6.5/100K.
Education
30.3% of adults in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Springfield has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.