City vs city
Columbia, MO vs Springfield, MO
| Columbia | Springfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 127,200 | 169,432 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Median home value | $268,300 | $165,200 |
| Median rent | $1,067 | $920 |
| Household income | $64,488 | $45,984 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 30% | 19% |
| State crime /100k | 2,114 | 2,114 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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