Springfield, Missouri earns a strong ReloCompare™ score of 77.2/100, placing it among the top-rated cities in our analysis. With 168,873 residents, it's a mid-size city that balances urban amenities with a more manageable pace of life. The home price-to-income ratio of 3.4x is moderate, putting homeownership within reach for many working families. Natural disaster risk is elevated — FEMA has declared 19 disasters here in the past 20 years. Insurance costs may reflect this risk.
Compare quotes from top-rated moving companies and save up to 40%
Get Free Moving Quotes →Springfield's strongest attributes are affordability and environment, where it outperforms many comparable cities. Overall, Springfield may be the best fit for budget-conscious families, safety-conscious retirees.