Springfield is a neighborly place.  It features big-city comforts and small town charm. Residents respect the beautiful natural surroundings and enjoy attractive, affordable residential areas.  Springfield's housing options include an array of apartments, older homes, downtown studio lofts, low-maintenance condominiums, reasonably priced starter homes and executive-style residences—something for everyone.  A favorable tax structure and low cost of living make housing affordable.  National research firm ACCRA consistently rates Springfield's cost of living about 10 percent below the national average.  However, the city's real appeal is its gracious, welcoming community spirit. The area offers world class attractions, spectacular entertainment, events and cultural endeavors.  As a well-rounded city, Springfield supports a thriving arts community that features a symphony and ballet, opera, art museum and more.

The Springfield community and economy owe much of their robust health to the city's medical arts.  Six area hospitals, more than 800 physicians, and an array of clinics provide care in every American Medical Association specialty.  Springfield's health care industry employs 20,000 people with an economic impact of nearly $4.5 billion annually.  Springfield's "Medical Mile" is home to two of the nation's top integrated healthcare networks, CoxHealth and St. John's Hospitals, numerous outpatient surgical centers, mental health facilities, home health care services, long-term nursing facilities and health information and education resources.  State-of-the-art technology and compassionate care combine to make Springfield a regional hub for health care.

Recognized for its vitality and diversity, Springfield’s economy continues to grow.  In 2000, Springfield's gross metro product doubled to $10.8 billion over the past decade, making it the fastest growing economy in Missouri and one of the top 50 in the nation.  During that same period, the metro work force grew more than 27 percent.  Because of its thriving workforce, strong work ethic, support for small businesses and favorable tax structure, Springfield is an ideal place for businesses to grow and develop.  With businesses ranging from financial services to manufacturing to tourism and everything in between, Springfield’s economy is diversified and focused on future growth.

With a strong public school district, well-supported private schools and nationally recognized colleges and universities, Springfield’s outstanding education system fuels business growth and prepares students for the competitive workforce. Springfield schools are focused on student achievement, committed to basics and rooted in traditional values.  Preparation of students for the competitive global marketplace of the 21st century is the primary focus of Springfield’s education system.  From preschool to graduate school, learning is a high priority in this family-oriented city.  Along with opportunities for a quality learning experience, higher education helps drive the economy.  It employs more than 6,800 people with an economic impact of $896 million annually.  With more than 42,000 students attending some 17 area higher education institutions, the total impact on the community is even greater.

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