78 movers in Dexter
Dodge Moving & Storage
"DO NOT USE. Very shady. They will try to take advantage of you. In my case, they gave me a bid and cost for 2 movers. They sent 3 (I was never asked nor given a quote what that would cost). While the move went faster, they tried to bill me for 3 m..."
Cord Moving and Storage
"Feels like our family's belongings, which are costing a small fortune to move, are being held hostage. Truck was packed for move from St Louis on Monday 8/9. We were given estimated delivery window (in Boston) of 8/13-8/21. No delivery yet (as of ..."
Atlas Van Lines
"I have had such a bad moving experience with Atlas Van Lines, Imlach Movers, and Ace Relocation Services that I really regret using them for my move. Days after a very tiring cross-state move, the driver simply texted that delivery would occur th..."
Morgan Van Lines
"Excellent work ethics, courteous, very productive. I would recommend them highly. They were very careful with my furniture. They wrapped everything to make sure it would be moved safely. They were a huge help placing my things where I ask. I was v..."
All American Moving Company
"If you are looking for a company that cannot keep its commitments repetitively, underestimates costs, has subcontractors that overcharge (or appear to make things up), picks up later than promised and delivers even later than that (3½ weeks from p..."
Russell Yarbrough Moving and Storage
"We used this company to move us. We submitted our reports (on time) regarding multiple damages caused by them. Their claims dept has repeatedly lied to us & we have been promised that "a check was in the mail" 6 or 7 times. Now, they are saying ou..."
Hillier Storage & Moving Co
"1. There were three glass items broken, totaling less than $100. 2 A large rug clearly marked "do not transport" was transported. The driver and the crew were specifically told about the items that were to remain. I had to ship the item back to it..."
Old School Moving and Storage Corp
"By far the worst moving experience I have ever had. We had damage to items, were charged "handling" fees that were not disclosed to us on the estimate and were overcharged $630.00 due to a driver mathematical error. When we contacted the represent..."
What to know when moving to Dexter, MO
TL;DR: Dexter at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with a median household income of $56,288 and 34.5% of residents renting.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $762, making it affordable compared to many areas.
- The Reality Check:
- The poverty rate is 17.0%, indicating some economic challenges.
- Commute:
- Only 0.2% of residents use public transit, making it a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 42.6 inches of rain annually, so investing in rain gear is wise.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $762, while the median home value is $161,500.
- 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, reflecting a lower education level compared to larger cities.
- The poverty rate stands at 17.0%, which may influence community resources.
- Renter percentage is 34.5%, showing a significant portion of the population are homeowners.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Missouri, property crime rates are higher than the national average, but they have dropped significantly over the past few years.
- Violent crime: 422.6 per 100k vs. national 325.3, down 15.6% since 2022.
- Property crime: 1682.4 per 100k vs. national 1546.9, down 30.4% since 2022.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 31.6% since 2022, currently at 7.2 per 100k.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Missouri).
Weather & Getting Outside
Stoddard County has an average annual high of 72°F and an average low of 51°F. The area sees about 42.6 inches of rain spread across 71 rainy days each year.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- West Park Track - 4.4 stars (217 reviews)
- The Stars & Stripes National Museum/Library - 4.8 stars (118 reviews)
- Boon Park - 4.4 stars (96 reviews)
- Hidden Trails Country Club - 4.6 stars (58 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
