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Joplin, MO
Joplin · Jasper County · MO 64801
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$160K
Median Price
3/100
Walk Score
N/A
Schools
179 min
to Kansas City, MO
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
FSchools
0/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
3/100
WYLT Score35/100
Our Take
Joplin offers cheap homes but very few local amenities, no schools, and a long commute to the nearest big city. It’s a quiet town that can feel isolated, so you’ll need to plan for extra travel and potential hidden costs.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes (median $160k)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Quiet, small-town feel
- ✓Reasonable cost of living compared to larger metros
Real Talk
- !No schools or limited school options
- !Walk score 3 – most errands need a car
- !Long commute to Kansas City (179 min)
- !Limited local services and nightlife
- $Higher property taxes and insurance for rural areas
- $Need to budget for transportation to shop and work
- $Maintenance costs for older homes may be higher
Best For
Retirees seeking low cost of livingRemote workers who need quietFamilies wanting inexpensive homesPeople who enjoy rural lifestyle
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Joplin, MO
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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