I partially grew up there and, recognizing that mileages may vary and not everyone's experience will echo mine, let me tell you: Springfield MO is one of my least favorite towns that I have ever lived in. The problems are many. * While there are s... read more
If you are looking for a place to live in Southern Missouri, I would pick a smaller town that is just a hop, skip, and jump away from these major cities. My hometown was a mile away from Springfield and Branson. read more
Springfield is definitely a city where you can put away some savings. The cost of living in Springfield falls well below the national average, and it was listed on Forbes list of top 100 Best Places For Business And Careers. read more
Overall, the cost of living in the Springfield metro area is significantly less than in other areas of the country, with everyday expenses like groceries, utilities, transportation and health care all costing less than the national average. read more