What are the hidden costs of living in Cape Girardeau?

Potentially high utility and maintenance costs for older homes Limited local services may require out‑of‑town purchases Possible lack of high‑speed internet for remote work

What is the median home price in Cape Girardeau?

The median home price in Cape Girardeau is approximately $219,800.

Is Cape Girardeau walkable?

Cape Girardeau has a Walk Score of 53 out of 100. Some errands can be done on foot.

What are the downsides of living in Cape Girardeau?

No schools in the immediate area Walkscore of 6 means most errands require a car Limited public transit and dining options Long commute (131 min) to St. Louis for jobs

What is the commute like from Cape Girardeau?

The average commute from Cape Girardeau to St. Louis, MO is approximately 131 minutes.

Cape Girardeau, MO

Cape Girardeau · Cape Girardeau County · MO 63701

Updated October 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$220K

Median Price

53/100

Walk Score

N/A

Schools

131 min

to St. Louis, MO

Score Breakdown

BAffordability

78/100

D+Safety

55/100

FSchools

0/100

B-Quietness

70/100

FCommute

15/100

D+Walkability

53/100

WYLT Score45/100

Our Take

Cape Girardeau offers inexpensive homes and a quiet, low‑risk environment, but the lack of walkability, transit options, and local schools makes it less ideal for families or commuters. It can work for retirees or remote workers who don’t need daily trips into a city, but you’ll likely need a car for most errands.

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The Good

✓Affordable median home price ($192k)
✓Low flood risk
✓Quiet suburban feel
✓Reasonable median income for the area

Real Talk

!No schools in the immediate area
!Walkscore of 6 means most errands require a car
!Limited public transit and dining options
!Long commute (131 min) to St. Louis for jobs
$Potentially high utility and maintenance costs for older homes
$Limited local services may require out‑of‑town purchases
$Possible lack of high‑speed internet for remote work

Best For

First‑time home buyersRetireesRemote workersSmall families who don’t need local schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityGood

Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety