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Drexel, MO


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Drexel, Missouri

Drexel, Missouri, in Bates county, is 30 miles SE of Olathe, Kansas (center to center) and 42 miles S of Kansas City, Missouri. The city is home to some 1,090 residents.

The People and Families of Drexel

In Drexel, about 66% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Drexel had a median family income of $44,659.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($50) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Drexel. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Drexel Housing

According to the 2000 census, 68% of the housing in Drexel was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Drexel, 96% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of Drexel, MO

Comparing Drexel to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Well-Paid Single Men88
Well-Paid Single Women88
Male Share of the Population89
Senior Citizens43
Age of the Population44
Racial Diversity43
Female Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married89
Average Household Size67

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty88
People in Middle Class or Better78
Median Family Income78
College Educated Adults45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work44
Public Transportation Use33
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
Affordability of Rents87
Housing Recently Built77
Affordability of Property Taxes63
Seasonal and Vacation Housing68
People Living Alone54

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime78
Low Property Crime45
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