Peaceful neighborhood in Joplin's medical district
Despite its busy location sandwiched between Mercy Hospital, Freeman Hospital West and Kansas City University's medical school campus, the Joplin neighborhood of Jackson Hills maintains a peaceful vibe thanks to a tree canopy that helps buffer residents from the noise of medical helicopters and Interstate 44. "The hospitals require some of their doctors to live within a certain distance, so a lot of medical professionals want to be close by," says Clarissa Bowen, Realtor with Pro 100 Realtors and Joplin native.
Jackson Hills is bordered by Main Street on it's eastern edge.
A Huron hunts for a meal in Shoal Creek as is passes through McIndoe Park.
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Ranch, split-level and contemportaty homes on wooded lots
Single-family homes here are spread across the hilly, wooded landscape. Ranch, split-level and contemporary homes line the sloping streets in between thickets of trees. Dating from the 1960s through the '90s, some have hardboard siding that may need replacing. Most are perched on lots ranging from a third of an acre to an acre, with fences adding privacy. These properties are rarely on the market, but in the past two years, three homes have sold for between $220,000 and $310,000.
Jackson Hills has a large number of ranch style homes.
Older homes line a residential street in Jackson Hills.
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Rivers, bluffs and forests at Wildcat Park
City parks such as Wildcat Park showcase the nearby rivers, bluffs and forests. Wildcat draws Joplin residents with trails such as the Bluff Trail, a 1-mile trek up to the bluff overlook. "I enjoyed walking along the water and through the wooded area," Bowen says. "There is a lot of nature to see there." The Missouri Department of Conservation runs the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center inside the park, hosting naturalist-led hikes and programs. Wildcat Park and nearby McIndoe Park allow fishing and boating along Shoal Creek.
Bluff Trail connects to a paved trail in Wildcat Park.
Fishing is a popular past time at McIndoe Park.
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Stapleton Elementary School makes the grade
This neighborhood is within the Stapleton Elementary School attendance zone, with access to the Joplin School District's highest-rated elementary school. Stapleton earns an overall B from Niche and features an on-campus nature center. Students typically transition to the B-minus-rated South Middle School and the C-plus-rated Joplin High School, open to every high schooler in the city. Students can choose between 22 varsity sports, including a football team that drums up enthusiastic support from Joplin residents.
Stapleton Elementary School is part of Joplin Public Schools.
Joplin High School was rebuilt after the 2011 tornado.
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Live music and seafood at Turtlehead's Raw Bar
Small businesses line Main Street from this neighborhood all the way north to downtown Joplin. Turtlehead's Raw Bar is a neighborhood haunt with live music and Cajun-inspired dishes such as gumbo and seafood boils. In 2023, it won the Joplin Globe's Reader's Choice award. Walmart Neighborhood Market and Aldi are the closest stops for groceries, less than 3 miles away. About the same distance, downtown Joplin hosts a growing small business scene featuring casual eats, bars and entertainment experiences.
Jackson Hills residents enjoy the authentic flavors of Casa Montez.
Aldi is another convenient grocery option for Jackson Hills residents.
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Events in nature at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center
Events take place in nature at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, hosting animal-themed arts and crafts, spring wildflower hikes and fly fishing lessons. Residents head north for farmer's markets and street festivals in downtown Joplin. Third Thursday features vendors, live music and food trucks along Main Street each month, and Empire Market is a themed, indoor vendor market each Saturday.
Main Street leads to downtown Joplin
Hilly streets without sidewalks can pose a challenge for walking and biking. Residents mainly rely on cars, with two main roadways nearby. Main Street is a direct route to downtown Joplin, about 3 miles north, while I-44 goes to Springfield, 70 miles east. Through United Airlines, SkyWest flies directly from Joplin Regional Airport to Chicago and Denver. The Airport is about 10 miles north.All of Joplin's medical facilities are less than 2 miles away. Freeman Hospital West is a 339-bed teaching hospital, while Mercy Hospital is a relatively new 191-bed facility. Both provide emergency care. Together, Joplin's medical facilities employ more than 5,000 healthcare workers.
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Parks in this Area
McIndoe Park
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
67
Median Year Built
1987
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,773
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
312
Median Age
41
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,999
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,770
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
65%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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