Nixa, MO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 16,817 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Nixa is just south of Springfield.
Cultural Attractions
Nearby Springfield has a public art and sculpture tour that showcases works on downtown streets and in buildings.
Recreation
Lakes, streams, and rivers within the Springfield area offer more than 7,500 miles of accessible shoreline.
Historical
The city's name comes from a citizen who thought the word "nix" best described the crossroads city; the "a" was one of the early civic leader's middle initial.
Economy
Much of the population commutes to Springfield for work.
| Population [details] | 16,817 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 620.74 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 25.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 43.26 °F/17.37 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.14 °F/62.98 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 41.32 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 20 |
| Cost of living [details] | 87.4 |
| State sales tax | 4.23% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Memphis (226.38 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SPRINGFIELD-BRANSON NATIONAL (15.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Current affairs, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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