Vintage Hills Community

The Springfield Area

Local Information:

Part of Springfield's uniqueness comes from its climate and four distinctive seasons. Nestled atop the Ozark Mountain Plateau, the city enjoys a relaxed climate with milder seasons than upland plains or prairie sections of the state. Springfield offers an abundance of sunshine, low wind velocity, mild temperatures and favorable humidity.

The average annual precipitation for Springfield, MO is 43 inches with 20 nches of snow.

• 2003 population for the city of Springfield (within city limits): 150,867

• The Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is comprised of Greene, Christian, Webster, Polk & Dallas counties and has a population of over 385,000 people.

• The Springfield metro workforce has grown more than 27% in the past 10 years.

• Springfield ranked 21st out of all major metro areas in the United States for its low cost of doing business, a key factor in retaining and attracting business.

Springfield Missouri, in the heart of the Ozarks, is a playground for hikers, boaters, fisherman, campers, golfers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Vintage Hills provides easy access to some of the nation’s most scenic areas and attractions.

Entertaining attractions and outdoor recreation abound in the area surrounding Springfield; whether your passion is for Branson musicals and shows, or mountain biking or shopping, a day on one of our lakes or fine dining, the Springfield area has something for everyone.

Springfield may be one of the country's most common city names, but Springfield, Missouri, is anything but common. A premier mid-size metro area, Springfield is a great place to work, go to school, raise a family, or retire. Why?

Because everything you need is here — a healthy job market, great schools, top-notch entertainment, superior health care facilities, an active arts community, beautiful neighborhoods, bountiful opportunities for outdoor recreation, and a temperate climate that nurtures the best of the four seasons. Our people are warm and friendly, and our growing city is always improving what it has to offer.

Areas of Interest:

• Ozarks Greenway Trails

• Rutledge Wilson Park

• Willard School District