Rolla, MO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 17,804 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Rolla is in south-central Missouri's Heritage Ozark Region.
Cultural Attractions
The Leach Theater at the University of Missouri-Rolla provides a venue for the performing arts.
Recreation
The Current and Jack's Fork Rivers run through the heart of the region and feature caves, springs, and bluffs along their 134-miles course.
Historical
One of the original settlers of the city thought it should be named "Raleigh", after his hometown in North Carolina; other settlers agreed but disliked the spelling.
Economy
The Rolla region is a university based community with a highly educated workforce.
| Population [details] | 17,804 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 73.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 262.98 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 28.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 38.78 °F/19.81 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.52 °F/68.44 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.46 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 66 |
| Cost of living [details] | 89.6 |
| State sales tax | 4.23% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Memphis (216.47 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | COLUMBIA REGIONAL (65.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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