Blue Springs

Blue Springs, Missouri Overview

Blue Springs scores 56.2/100 overall (B), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Missouri — above the state composite of 49.3. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 15/100.

Income & Employment in Blue Springs

Households in Blue Springs earn a median of $84,075 — 30% above the state median — but the 3.5% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 3.2%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Blue Springs

At 188.7 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Blue Springs sits meaningfully below the Missouri average of 495 — a 162% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2337.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Blue Springs

The median home value is $241,500. Median monthly rent is $1,213. Renters spend 17.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Blue Springs

The adult obesity rate in Blue Springs is 34.3% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.9%. Residents report an average of 18.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Missouri ranks #35 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Blue Springs

Blue Springs’s high school graduation rate of 95% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,950. The city has 16 public schools serving 12,289 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Blue Springs

Blue Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.5°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 37.8°F. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches.

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