2022 Best cities to live in Missouri

• City in Missouri

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  465 reviews

Current Resident: I’m originally from St. Louis, but moved to Columbia for college. I like how quiet this location is. Everything you need is either in walking and driving distance. Crime is low compared to bigger cities and it’s a cool place for college students. I wish that there were more things to do here. The place lacks a good mall, and businesses that students would enjoy.... Read 465 reviews

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• grade A minus

• Population 122,659

• City in Missouri

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  647 reviews

Current Resident: I have absolutely loved living in Kansas City. I had lived in the suburbs for my whole life and decided that I wanted a change of pace in college. KC was a really good pick! It's a mid-size city which provides "city life" while not being overwhelming. There are plenty of affordable housing options in and around the city, many from $500-600 a month, and cheaper options can be found with roommates as well. The media gives KC a bad rap with crime, however the majority of the city is extremely safe and I have rarely felt uncomfortable or unsafe in my day-to-day life.... Read 647 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 491,158

• City in Missouri

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  445 reviews

Current Resident: I love this city! It is very diverse and there is so many FREE and FUN opportunities for a student on a budget like myself. Cost of living can be high, but learning where to live and how to split rent has helped me over the past several years. Certain areas are definitely safer and more accessible than others, so it is a good idea to do research before choosing a location. The city is overall not very walkable, and a car is your best bet on transportation, as public transit leaves much to be desired here.... Read 445 reviews

• grade B+

• grade C minus

• Population 304,709

• City in Missouri

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  575 reviews

Current Resident: My experience with Springfield has been great! Springfield offers many dining, entertainment, and culinary options to see and enjoy. Downtown has so many great things to see and many things to do. Hammons Field is a great experience to see professional baseball, MediaCom Ice-park is also a wonderful option downtown, and the Gilloiz Theatre offers many great musicals, plays, and shows. The one thing I wish Springfield would take time to improve is the drainage system. It seems like every time it rains, the streets become majorly flooded and it becomes hard to control your vehicle. Other than that, Springfield is a wonderful place to see, visit, and live!... Read 575 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Population 167,601