Why Live in Bingham
Bingham, a suburban neighborhood in Springfield, is located about 3 miles east of downtown. Known for its quiet, leafy streets, Bingham attracts a mix of long-term residents and first-time homebuyers, partly due to its affordability, with home prices significantly lower than the city median. The neighborhood features ranch-style houses, mostly from the 1960s and 1970s, with brick, stone, and wood exteriors, built on quarter-acre lots. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options on Glenstone Avenue, including George's Family Restaurant, Casper's Diner, and Ichiban Buffett. Local grocery stores such as Costco and Leslie's Mexican Supermarket provide convenient shopping. For outdoor activities, George Washington Carver Park, Oak Grove Park, and Cooper Park offer scenic walking trails, sports facilities, and playgrounds. Baseball enthusiasts can catch Springfield Cardinals games at Hammons Field. Bingham is served by several schools, with Central High being the highest-rated, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Missouri's A+ Scholarship Program. The neighborhood is well-connected, with major roads like Grand Street and Chestnut Expressway providing easy access to downtown, and Schoolcraft Freeway leading to Interstate 44. Public transportation is available via City Utilities bus stops on key streets. Bingham's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a safer area for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bingham a good place to live?
Bingham is a good place to live. Bingham is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Bingham is a suburban neighborhood. Bingham has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.4 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $55,695 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Bingham are renters, with 56.1% of residents renting and 43.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bingham can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bingham neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bingham?
The median home price in Bingham is $261,200. If you put a 20% down payment of $52,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $57K a year to afford the median home price in Bingham. The average household income in Bingham is $56K.
What are the best public schools in Bingham?
The best public schools that serve Bingham are:
- Central High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Hickory Hills K-8 School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Glendale High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
What are the best private schools in Bingham?
The best private schools that serve Bingham are:
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Home Trends in Bingham, MO
On average, homes in Bingham, Springfield sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days.
Median Single Family Sale Price
$261,200
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$162
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
103
Median List Price
$261,200
