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Nixa, MO

Nixa is a city in Christian County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city's population was 23,257. It is a principal city, and the second largest city in the Springfield, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area.

The area was first settled by farmers who located their farms along the wooded streams near present-day Nixa. The area became a crossroads, as it was a half-day ride with a team of horses from Springfield. Teamsters found it a convenient stopover site when hauling freight between Springfield and Arkansas. The village became known as Faughts. An early resident, Nicholas A. Inman, was a blacksmith from Tennessee, who set up a shop in 1852. When a post office was opened, a town meeting was held to decide on a name for the new community. Because of his years of service to the community, the town was suggested to be named for him. Another suggestion was "nix" because the community was "nothing but a crossroads". The name Nix was finally decided upon, and Inman's middle initial "A" was added to get the unique name of Nixa. The village was incorporated on June 10, 1902.

Nixa is located at 37°2′43″N 93°17′56″W (37.045253, -93.298755). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.48 square miles (21.96 km2), all land. The modern city rests on and around seven hills.

The 2020 United States census counted 23,257 people, 8,170 households, and 5,899 families in Nixa. The population density was 2,500.8 per square mile (965.8/km2). There were 8,711 housing units at an average density of 936.7 per square mile (361.8/km2). The racial makeup was 88.32% (20,540) white, 1.13% (262) black or African-American, 0.65% (151) Native American, 1.19% (277) Asian, 0.14% (33) Pacific Islander, 1.26% (293) from other races, and 7.31% (1,701) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.9% (868) of the population.

Nixa places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The hospitals in Nixa, MO are the CoxHealth Hospital and Mercy Clinic Family Medicine - Nixa. They offer advanced medical assistance and have professional medical personnel who are ready to provide immediate care and attention for the residents of Nixa, MO. For fitness enthusiasts, Anytime Fitness, Rage Fitness, and Snap Fitness Nixa provide excellent facilities for exercise and personal training. Outdoor lovers can enjoy the scenic trails and recreational facilities at Sequiota Park. Spa enthusiasts can enjoy services at Blessings by Design.

Top sites in Nixa, MO are Fremont Hills Country Club, CY Sports Center, Itty Bitty City, and Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.

Population: 25,405 (2023). Elevation: 1,296 ft (395 m). Area: 9.30 sq mi (24.09 km2). ZIP code: 65714. Area code: 417. 

FAQs

What is the cost of living in Nixa, Missouri?

Nixa, Missouri's cost of living is 12% lower than the national average. Nixa's housing expenses are 16% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 19% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 12% lower than the national average. Nixa has grocery prices that are 6% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Nixa is 5% lower than the national average.

Is Nixa, MO a good place to live?

Nixa is a suburb of Springfield. Nixa is in Christian County and is one of the best places to live in Missouri. Living in Nixa offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Nixa and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Nixa are highly rated.

Is Nixa a suburb of Springfield, MO?

A progressive and fast-growing community known as the premier suburb of the Springfield Metro Area, Nixa is home to over 24,000 people. Incorporated as a village in 1902, Nixa became a fourth-class city under Missouri law in 1946 and became a Home Rule Charter City in 2010. Since the city’s first census count in 1940, Nixa’s population has grown rapidly and continues to outpace the growth of Christian County and the state.

Sources

City of Nixa MO

Wikipedia

Niche

Payscale

Fremont Hills Country Club

CY Sports Center

Itty Bitty City

Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park

CoxHealth Hospital 

Mercy Clinic Family Medicine - Nixa

Anytime Fitness

Rage Fitness

Snap Fitness Nixa

Sequiota Park

Blessings by Design

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