Hickory County, Missouri is located in the south-central region of the state. It has an estimated population of 8,851 according to the 2019 US Census. The county has been ranked by BestPlaces as having a cost of living index of 84.6, which is slightly lower than the national average of 100. Additionally, Hickory County ranks well for housing affordability with a median home price of $86,800 and a median rent of only $689 per month. Education wise, Hickory County ranks 181st out of 115 counties in Missouri for educational attainment with 14% of adults over 25 holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. Despite this low ranking, Hickory County still offers quality public education through its local schools and two post-secondary institutions – Ozark Technical Community College and Crowder College. In terms of safety, Hickory County boasts one of lowest crime rates in Missouri with a violent crime rate that is 72% below the national average and property crime rate that is 65% below it as well.
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