Festus, MO Overview

The "Twin City" community that includes Crystal City and Festus as well as and the surrounding area boasts a rich sense of tradition underlined by a progressive outlook.  Neighborhoods harmonize clusters of century-old homes along the tree-shaded, cobblestone Mississippi Avenue.  Providing a charming contrast, handsome new subdivisions showcase new construction in contemporary architectural styles.  Many locally owned businesses combine with active civic and social groups to form a cohesive and close-knit community spirit.  Local parks feature tennis courts, a swimming pool, scenic ponds, sports fields, and playgrounds.  The YMCA of Jefferson County in Festus offers sports opportunities, workout areas, aerobic programs, a gymnasium, an indoor track, and swimming pool.  Popular festivities include the annual IPRA rodeo, free summer concert series in the park, and the three-day celebration of Twin City Days.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000)17%
Population Density (ppl / mile)2,060.00
Household Size (ppl)2.481
Households w/ Children27%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover0%
5+ Years in Residency40%
Median Year in Residency3.97

Housing Inventory

Festus, MO Housing Inventory 3,1954031,4823,1954031,482

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Festus, MO Population Demographics

Total: 11,760

Households:4,678

Median Age: 38.52

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Festus, MO Temperature

Weather Risk

Festus, MO Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Festus, MO Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Festus, MO Highest Education Level Attained 2,6108182374748028682,0312,610818237474802

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Festus, MO Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $48,580)

Festus, MO Income by dollar range 2443282842432292312462753614833665804211382132177

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$609
One Bedroom
$690
Two Bedroom
$896
Three Bedroom
$1,188
Four Bedroom
$1,385

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
No
Restaurants
No
Bars
No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Festus, MO Crime

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