Why Live in Oak Grove
Joplin's Oak Grove offers a neighborly feel, where folks get to know one another from their front porch. The neighborhood features New Traditional homes from the 1980s and '90s, characterized by driveways and two-car garages, as well as older bungalows, minimal Traditional homes and ranch-style properties with expansive front yards and covered porches. Leonard Park, located just south of Oak Grove, offers an 11-acre space featuring playgrounds, picnic areas and tennis courts. Meanwhile, Ewert Park is undergoing renovations to include a new aquatic center and an ice-skating pathway. For indoor entertainment, Northpark Mall's Tilt Studio offers arcade games, mini golf and a movie theater, and hosts an annual spring carnival. Downtown Joplin, just 2 miles west, is known for its monthly Third Thursday event featuring vendors and live music. The neighborhood is near the intersection of Seventh Street and Rangeline, facilitating commutes throughout Joplin. Freeman Hospital West is 5 miles southwest, and Joplin Regional Airport is 7 miles northwest, offering direct flights to major cities. While Joplin lacks a public transportation system and bike lanes, the city's 2022 Active Transportation Plan aims to improve pedestrian accessibility. Local schools, including McKinley Elementary, East Middle and Joplin High School, receive average ratings, and Missouri Southern State University is about a mile northeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Grove a good place to live?
Oak Grove is a good place to live. Oak Grove is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Oak Grove has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 37. The average household income is $61,408 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Grove are renters, with 54.9% of residents renting and 45.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Grove can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Grove neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Grove, MO a safe neighborhood?
Oak Grove, MO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
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