Livability Score

82
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (5) F
Cafe' Ala Art
Coffee Shop
Yanis Coffee Zone
Coffee Shop
Chez Monet Bakery Cafe
Coffee Shop
Grand Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (13) A+
Miller Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Capitol City Cinema
Cinema
Scene One Theatre
Theatre Arts
Missouri State Penitentiary Museum
Museum
Missouri Governor's Mansion Tours
Attraction
Missouri State Museum
Museum
Elizabeth Rozier Gallery
Art Gallery
Lohman Building
Museum
Missouri State Penitentiary Tours
Attraction
Riverside Park Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (30) C+
Capitol liqour
Alcohol
Spectator's Sports Bar & Grill
Bar
The Spot
Bar
J. Pfenny's Sports Grill & Pub
Bar
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
CORK
Deli
Yo Yums
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Prison Brews Restaurant & Pub
Bar
The Mission JC
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Paddy Malone's
Bar
The Pizza Company
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Culver's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Last Flight Brewing Company
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Long John Silver's
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Fitness (2) C-
The Linc
Gym
Jefferson City Area YMCA
Gym
Groceries (7) F
Chez Monet Bakery Cafe
Bakery
Schulte's Fresh Foods
Grocery Store
Mosers
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (52) A+
Hickory Adams Park
Park
Community Park
Park
Yvonne Walker Hoard Tennis Court
Park
McClung Park
Park
Library Park
Park
McClung Park
Park
East Miller Park
Park
Capital Lawn
Park
Carnahan Memorial Garden
Park
Lewis and Clark Memorial
Park
Jefferson Landing State Historic Site
Park
Missouri State Capitol Fountains
Park
Park Place Neighborhood Park
Park
Deborah Cooper Park on Adrian's Island
Park
Washington Park
Park
Rotary Centennial Park
Park
Clay Street Trailhead Plaza
Park
McKay Park
Park
Hough Park
Park
Wilson's Serenity Point at Noren Access
Park
Ellis Porter Park
Park
Ellis Porter/Riverside Playground
Playground
North Jefferson City Recreation Area
Park
Quigg Commons
Park
Lavinia Park
Park
Shops (33) A+
J & D Bicycle Shop
Bicycle
Tennyson's Furniture
Furniture
Antiquarium Books & Collectibles
Books
Samuel's Tuxedo & Gifts
Gift Shop
JT's Quickstop
Convenience Store
Saffees Co
Clothing
Dallmeyer's Jewelry
Fashion
American Shoe
Shoes
Rocky Creations Boutique
Clothing
Merle Norman
Beauty
$1 Jewelry Store
Fashion
The Perfect Fit Boutique
Clothing
HAUTE SALON JEFFERSON CITY
Hairdresser
Southbank Gift Company
Gift Shop
Divinity Religious Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Downtown Book & Toy
Books
Hair Plaza
Hairdresser
Carrie's Hallmark Shop
Gift Shop
Red Wheel Bike Shop
Bicycle
Convenient Food Mart 3
Convenience Store
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Cycle Depot
Bicycle
Target
Department Store
Menards
Home Improvement
PetSmart
Pets
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commute A

Of all people who commute, 0.7% take public transportation in Jefferson City.
Public Transit Stops (51)
Stops & Stations A+
Jefferson City
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.7% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Jefferson City is 90/100 - which is 2% higher than Missouri.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime C

Jefferson City crime rates are 2,063 per 100k, which is 27% lower than Missouri
Property Crime
1,707 crimes per 100k C+
Violent Crime
356 crimes per 100k C-
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employment C

The median income in Jefferson City is $54,003 - which is 9% higher than Missouri.
Med. Household Income
$54,003 D-
Unemployment Rate
2.3% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (10)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A
Capital Region Medical Center
Hospital
Jefferson City Fire Department
Fire Station
Jefferson City Police Department
Police
Cole County Sheriff's Office
Police
Goldschmidt Cancer Center
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
St. Mary's Hospital
Hospital
Jefferson City Fire Station #2 - 2400 East McCarty St.
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing A+

Jefferson City home prices are $161,400 - which is 14% higher than Missouri
Home Price
$161,400 C
Home Appreciation Rate
14% A-
Home Affordability
3x (home price to income ratio) A-
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schools B-

The Jefferson City graduation rate is 85% - which is 1% higher than Missouri
School Test Scores
44% F
High School Grad. Rates
85% C
Elementary Schools (28) A+
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
South Elem.
Moreau Montessori School
Trinity Lutheran School
Movip Elem. School
Movip High School
St Peter Interparish Catholic School
Immaculate Conception School
East Elem.
Moreau Heights Elem.
H Kenneth Kirchner School
Cedar Hill Elem.
Lewis And Clark Middle
West Elem.
St Joseph Cathedral School
Kim School
Belair Elem.
River Oak Christian Academy
High Schools (10) A+
Nichols Career Ctr.
Jefferson City High
Prenger Family Ctr.
Calvary Lutheran High School
Movip High School
Helias Catholic High School
H Kenneth Kirchner School
Capital City High School
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ratings D

Jefferson City has an overall rating of 54% from 11 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes D-
User Surveys (9)
From AreaVibes C
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Jefferson City, MO Area Guide

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Jefferson City Area Facts

  • Jefferson City has a Livability Score of 82/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Jefferson City crime rates are 27% lower than the Missouri average
  • Cost of living in Jefferson City is 2% higher than the Missouri average

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Do not move here 1 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 05, 2019) Jefferson city is the most racist place to live. If you are not white do not move here. It is wordy than living in Mississippi by experience. This is the worst choice I've made in my life and is working hard to get out if here. This place is making me become a racist towards wh ...Read More ites and my heart is becoming cold living here. Please take my advice and look into other areas besides Jefferson city Missouri. Read Less
Great Attractions in Jefferson City, MO 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 24, 2010) I have lived in St. Louis, MO for the past 21 years. During this time, I have had the privilege of visiting Jefferson City, MO numerous times. While Jefferson City is the state capital of Missouri, it is also a relatively small city. I would say most of the tourism is centered on ...Read More the historical significance of the city, as well as it being the center point of state politics. Despite its small-town feel, there are some good attractions as well as much to do and see in Jefferson City.

The first thing I usually check out in Jefferson City is the State Capitol. Like many state capitols, it is based on Roman architecture, with large columns and a dome. The Capitol also houses the Missouri State Museum, which I typically visit as well. Afterwards, I like to go over the Governor's Mansion, which is where the first family of Missouri lives. Another place I really like to go is Jefferson Landing, which is right on the Missouri River. It has a very 19th century feel to it, as if you are in a Mark Twain story. Not much nightlife to speak of, but I always enjoy my time in Jefferson City due to the attractions and site seeing. Read Less
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      A Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Jefferson City? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Hickory Adams Park
      Community Park
      Yvonne Walker Hoard Tennis Court
      McClung Park
      Library Park
      McClung Park
      East Miller Park
      Capital Lawn

      Entertainment

      Miller Performing Arts Center
      Capitol City Cinema
      Scene One Theatre
      Missouri State Penitentiary Museum
      Missouri Governor's Mansion Tours
      Missouri State Museum
      Elizabeth Rozier Gallery
      Lohman Building

      Food & Drink

      Capitol liqour
      Spectator's Sports Bar & Grill
      The Spot
      J. Pfenny's Sports Grill & Pub
      Jimmy John's
      CORK
      Yo Yums
      Subway

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Jefferson City? Of all people who commute, 0.7% take public transportation in Jefferson City.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      7% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Jefferson City? The cost of living in Jefferson City is 90/100 - which is 2% higher than Missouri.
      Jefferson City
      90

      10% less expensive than average

      Missouri
      88

      12% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      C Crime

      What is the crime rate in Jefferson City? Jefferson City crime rates are 2,063, which are 27% lower than Missouri
      Total Crime
      2,063 per 100k people

      11% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 49

      11% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -1%

      Year over year crime is down

      C Employment

      What is the median income in Jefferson City? The median income in Jefferson City is $54,003 which is 9% higher than Missouri.
      Median household income
      $54,0032% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $29,5671% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      50% lower than the US average

      C- Health & Safety

      Is Jefferson City a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Capital Region Medical Center
      St. Mary's Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Jefferson City home prices? Jefferson City home prices are $161,400 - which is 14% higher than Missouri
      Median home value
      $161,40013% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $65331% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      57%

      10% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Jefferson City have good schools? The Jefferson City graduation rate is 85% - which is 1% higher than Missouri
      High school grad. rates
      85%

      2% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      44%

      8% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      13:1

      18% lower than the US average

      D User Ratings

      Is Jefferson City a good place to live? Jefferson City has an overall rating of 54% from 11 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      54%

      11 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      50%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      64%

      9 total surveys

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