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Florissant, MO vs Joplin, MO

Florissant, MO vs Joplin, MO: What the data shows

Florissant, MO is in Florissant, MO while Joplin, MO is in Joplin, MO — both in the same state. On home prices, Florissant, MO is the more affordable option at $135,300 median — $24,700 less than Joplin, MO's $160,000. WYLT rates Florissant, MO as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Joplin, MO as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Florissant, MO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Joplin, MO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Florissant, MO has Low flood risk and Joplin, MO has Low flood risk.

Joplin, MO is the more walkable neighborhood. Florissant, MO scores N/A/100 versus Joplin, MO's 3/100 (car-dependent).

CategoryFlorissant, MOJoplin, MO
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$135K

Lower price

$160K
Median Rent$1K$873

Lower rent

Median Income$70K

Higher income

$52K
Price VolatilityModerateLow

More stable

Getting Around
Walk ScoreCar-dependent3/100

More walkable

Transit ScoreMinimal transitMinimal transit
Bike ScoreN/AN/A
Commute31 min

Shorter commute

179 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
SchoolsN/AN/A
Best for
Families looking for inexpensive housingCommuters to St. Louis who own carsRenters seeking low rent in a quiet suburb
Retirees seeking low cost of livingRemote workers who need quietFamilies wanting inexpensive homes

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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