METRO PROFILE · MIDWEST · MID-SIZE METRO
Moving to Springfield, MO: the honest profile
Ozarks-edge affordability. Median home price runs about $275K with an effective property tax near 0.98% — roughly $2,695/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
| Dimension | Springfield |
|---|
| Median home price | $275K |
| Effective property tax | 0.98% |
| Tax friendliness | 6/10 |
| Winter mildness | 5/10 |
| Summer comfort | 7/10 |
| Walkability | 4/10 |
| Outdoor access | 6/10 |
| Culture & food | 5/10 |
| Healthcare | 6/10 |
| Airport connectivity | 6/10 |
| Schools | 6/10 |
| Safety | 5/10 |
| Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk) | 9/10 |
| Growth trajectory | 7/10 |
Who it fits: budget-first buyers. Who should look elsewhere:
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