Storage Units Near St. Joseph

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, Moving is an exciting and fresh start. While we are here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for St. Joseph.

About St. Joseph, MO

Nestled in Buchanan County, Missouri, St. Joseph is a city that's brimming with history and buzzing with life. Established in the mid-19th century, this town stands tall at the heart of America's push towards the setting sun, becoming a key spot for traders and travelers alike by being close to the Missouri River.

With a population of over 75,000 residents, what was once just another spot on the map is now buzzing. In St. Joseph, you’ll find booming businesses mixed in with art havens and places perfect for some leisure or adventure. Surrounded by rolling hills, scenic parks, and historic architecture, whether you live here or are just passing through, St. Joseph offers that cozy small-town feel along with the perks of today’s conveniences.

What To Do in St. Joseph, MO

Here are some pleasant things to experience in this lovely community.

• Historical Pony Express: Step back in time with a visit to the Pony Express Museum, located in the historic Patee House building. Imagine holding history in your hands with relics from the famed Pony Express or navigating through interactive experiences that recount its journey between bustling cities like St. Louis and remote outposts. Joseph and Sacramento, California, in the 1860s.
• Nature Park: Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Krug Park, a scenic oasis located in the heart of St. Joseph. Dive into an adventure right in the city - bike along dense woodland trails, relax by peaceful lakes or enjoy a picnic surrounded by stunning gardens. From swinging on the playgrounds to chilling in cool pavilions and getting active at various recreational areas. You really should stop by and see for yourself why everyone loves the Italian Gardens and Rose Garden.
• St. Joseph Museum Complex: Journey into the deep, rich tapestry of history and heritage that St. Joseph proudly boasts with a visit to the museums. Scattered throughout town, historic buildings play home to the quartet of museums making up the St. Joseph Museum Complex. Imagine stepping back in time as you wander among exhibits revealing tales from long ago - think ancient Native Americans setting roots here or pioneers carving out lives before diving deep into wartime stories from when brother fought brother.

Working in St. Joseph, MO

St. Joseph's economy benefits from healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and hospitality. The town's unemployment rate is attractively low at 4.1%, which is about the same as the national average. The median household income is very modest, at $50,540 per year. That amount is close to $18,500 less than the national average of $69,021.

The economy is not keeping up with the rest of the country. St. Joseph’s expected job growth rate for the next decade is 28.3%, compared to the national rate of 33.5%.

Industries offering the most jobs are health care (11.2%), educational services (7.3%), hotels/restaurants (7.0%), building construction (6.0%), gov. administration (5.3%), finance/insurance (5.2%), and administrative/support/waste management (4.2%).

St. Joseph, MO Neighborhoods

Here are some of the best areas to investigate when relocating here.

• St. Joseph Northeast: Enjoy the lovely lakes in this neighborhood. The median home price is $456,047. This amount is greater than 87.9% of other places in the state. The average rental price is $1,366. The vacancy rate is a substantial 9.5%, making it easy to find a place.
• St. Joseph Southeast: The I-29 and I-229 intersect here in the center of this neighborhood. The median home price is $300,326. The average rental price is $1,379. The vacancy rate is 8.8%.
• Frederick Ave / Brookside Dr: There are lovely green spaces in this neighborhood. The median sales price for a home is $232,002. The average rent is $1,566, and the vacancy rate is 7.1%.
• St. Joseph East: This area includes the St. Joseph Memorial Park. The median sales price for a home is $219,761. The average rent is a bargain at $987, and the vacancy rate is 3.6%.

St. Joseph, MO School District

St. Joseph School District is the manager for the public schools. The school district invests $12,101 annually on each student. The student-to-teacher ratio is superb at 15 to one.

There is one private school here that is a daycare. It is St. Joseph KinderCare (NS-PK).

There are two colleges in town. They are Vatterott College Saint Joseph and Missouri Western State University. There are 54 more colleges and universities within 100 miles. A few popular schools are Park University (40 minutes away), Benedictine College (20 minutes away), and the University of St. Mary (34 minutes away).

Moving to St. Joseph, MO Resource Guide

The City of St. Joseph has an elected mayor and eight elected City Council members. There is more information on the official St. Joseph's website.

The St. Joseph Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities Department manages the parks, recreational areas, trails, programs, and activities. There are 26 miles of trails in 48 parks with over 1,500 acres. Sports programs include softball and volleyball.

This community has the Bode Sports Complex, the REC Center, the Civic Arena, Fairview Golf Course, Bill McKinney Softball Complex, Aquatic Park & Pools, Missouri Theater, Remington Nature Center, and the Joyce Rave Patterson 50+ Center.

St. Joseph, MO Housing

The median home purchase price is $149,300. The price is trending up by 1.2% year-over-year. The housing market is a balanced market with enough listings to please interested buyers. Housing costs are a money-saving 31% lower than in the rest of America. The cost of living is 1% less than the cost of living in other cities in the state and 13% less than the national average.