South Joplin neighborhood near hospitals, elementary school
Stapleton is in the heart of Joplin's medical district and the sought-after Stapleton Elementary School boundary zone. On the far south end of town, patients and healthcare workers are near two major hospitals and Kansas City University's Joplin medical school campus, while kids are within walking distance of Joplin's highest-rated elementary school. Though bounded by two major thoroughfares, Stapleton is a quiet residential neighborhood with private, wooded lots. "It's not an HOA, but you have that more homey vibe of maybe you'll see kids playing in the street," says Corina Staton, Realtor with Epique Realty and a Joplin resident of 18 years.
Stapleton borders Main Street along it's western edge.
Mercy Hospital is located adjacent to the Stapleton neighborhood.
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Nature-based learning at Stapleton Elementary
Stapleton Elementary School anchors the neighborhood's west side. With an overall B grade from Niche, it's the highest-ranked elementary school in town and a draw to Stapleton and surrounding communities. "I just sold a house to somebody that absolutely had to have Stapleton," saysLori Salchow, a Realtor with Pro 100 in Joplin. Stapleton's nature center, which earned the Making Learning Come Alive Award from the Southwest Center for Educational Excellence, educates students about the outdoors and the local environment. After Stapleton, students typically attend South Middle School, which gets a B-minus, and Joplin High School, which receives a C-plus.
Students at Stapleton Elementary School live in areas around south central Joplin.
South Middle School serves Joplin students grades 6th through 8th.
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Midcentury homes on wooded lots
Stapleton is a heavily wooded area compared to Joplin's central neighborhoods, with private, half-acre lots. Midcentury ranch-style homes, bi-levels and small Minimal Traditional homes are set back from the street on grassy, shaded lawns. The southeast corner has a pocket of New Traditional homes offering more square footage and attached two-car garages. Limited data is available, but Stapleton homes have recently sold for around $240,000. Hilly streets and a lack of sidewalks pose a challenge for pedestrians. Interstate 44 may create some noticeable noise on the neighborhood's south end.
Unique architecture can be found among the homes of Stapleton.
Homes in Stapleton sit on larger lots surrounded by trees.
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Shops and restaurants at downtown Joplin and Rangeline Road
Downtown Joplin and Rangeline Road are Joplin's go-to shopping and dining destinations. Stapleton is about 3 miles from both. Downtown Joplin is in the midst of revitalization, centered around locally owned bars, restaurants and boutiques. Rangeline is the city's center for well-known retailers like Walmart and chain restaurants like Cracker Barrel. Businesses also thrive around the nearby hospitals. Tropicana Bar and Grill serves up signature burgers and craft beer, while Kinnaree Thai Cuisine is a casual spot offering curries and stir-fries. Featuring tastes of Louisiana, Turtleheads Raw Bar is right across Main Street from the neighborhood. For groceries, Aldi, Food 4 Less and Dollar General are all less than 3 miles away, and Worden’s Meat is just northeast of the community.
Turtleheads Raw Bar is a local favorite just across from Stapleton.
Big box chains like CVS bring shopping options to Stapleton.
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Nature hikes at Wildcat Park
City parks and nature preserves are a short drive from Stapleton. Wildcat Park has a unique slice of Missouri nature, with nature trails traversing the forests, rivers, bluffs and chert glades — a colorful, flint-like rock. The park also has boating access along Shoal Creek. The Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center hosts nature-themed programs like fly fishing lessons throughout the year. The 166-acre McClelland Park is home to the Joplin Disc Golf Club, with two 18-hole courses. Casual visitors enjoy the park's playground and picnic facilities.
McClelland Park is best known for it's championship level disc golf courses.
Families enjoy learning about conservation at Wildcat Park.
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Local shopping at the Empire Market
Joplin is a regional hub for community events. Locals head to the city center for weekly, monthly and annual gatherings hosted by Downtown Joplin Alliance, a local nonprofit working to revitalize the downtown area. The Joplin Empire Market is an indoor farmers market held every Saturday year-round. While eggs, meat and produce are weekly staples, vendors sometimes change their offerings based on the week's theme. Third Thursday is an outdoor street fest featuring different themes each month.
Stapleton race car fans visit Joplin's Third Thursday downtown.
Joplin residents check out the local art scene during the First Thursday ArtWalk in downtown Joplin.
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Healthcare is close by at Mercy and Freeman Hospitals
Residents mainly get around by car — a task made easier with two nearby roadways. Bordering Stapleton's west side, Main Street leads directly downtown, 3 miles north. Bordering the south side, I-44 is a key route for residents working throughout the Four States area. It connects to Springfield, about 72 miles east. Locals may also take the Sunshine Lamp Trolley green route to get around town. Domestic flights are available from Joplin Regional Airport, 9 miles north.
Stapleton sits between Mercy Hospital and Freeman Hospital West, Joplin's main healthcare options — both feature Level II trauma centers. Freeman Hospital West is a 339-bed teaching hospital, the largest in the Freeman Health System, serving the entire Four States area.
Tornado shelter at Stapleton Elementary
The Joplin area experiences tornadoes, especially in the spring and summer. Joplin's elementary schools have community safe rooms open during extreme weather events to staff, students and community members who live within a five-minute walk. Most Stapleton residents live within the tornado protection zone for Stapleton Elementary School.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
725
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,667
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,720
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
29.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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