Top 25 Cheapest U.S. Cities
Kiplinger ranked Springfield as the 24th city in its October 2020 list, “25 Cheapest U.S. Cities to Live In.”
Welcome to the Valley
Join Our Pack.
Make an Impact.
At Jordan Valley Health, our mission doesn’t stop where the city limits end. Headquartered in the vibrant hub of Springfield, Missouri, we bring high-quality healthcare to urban centers, quiet suburban neighborhoods, and rural heartlands alike. Through our brick-and-mortar clinics and our expansive mobile health fleet, our care reaches across southern Missouri—from Hollister schools to St. Louis.
When you join our pack, you don’t just choose a meaningful career—you choose an exceptional way of life.
Get Your Kicks on Route 66
Springfield is the birthplace of Route 66 and serves as our anchor, offering the best of both worlds: the energy of a thriving metropolitan area and the warm, welcoming feel of a close-knit community. Whether you’re drawn to a Broadway show, local coffee shops, craft breweries, spelunking, hiking, or legendary attractions like the original Bass Pro Shops, you’ll find a lifestyle that lets you relax as hard as you work.
Plus, with a cost of living significantly below the national average and housing costs that let your dollar stretch further, building your dream home or putting down roots is within reach.
170,596
Population: 2024 est. for Springfield Metro Area
~$1,200
Average Rent Price
$65,654
Median Household Income
33.6
Median Age
Live, Work, and Play in 417-Land
Welcome to 417-Land, where the sites are spectacular, the communities are kind, and caring for our neighbors is a way of life.
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Something for Everyone
Nature lovers, wine connoisseurs, sports fans, and art and history buffs all find their niche here. Springfield offers a wide variety of local restaurants, shops, and entertainment. It’s the birthplace of Route 66 and home to the original Bass Pro Shops.
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High Quality Education
Springfield and the surrounding counties offer excellent public and private K-12 schools. Springfield also offers several higher education opportunities, with six colleges and universities.
Living in the Ozarks
- Unbeatable Affordability: Cost of living is ~8–12% below the national average.
- Real Estate Advantage: Housing costs up to 30% lower than national benchmarks.
- Endless Outdoor Play: 100+ city parks, miles of greenway trails, and world-class Ozark lakes right in your backyard.
- Short Commutes: Average drive times under 20 minutes across the region.
Rooted in Neighboring Communities
Beyond Springfield, our team lives and serves in some of Missouri’s most charming small towns, including
Buffalo
This tight-knit group of Bisons has easy access to the natural beauty and recreation of the Ozarks while hosting a recurring calendar of community events.
Hollister
Nestled near Table Rock Lake and Branson, offering quick access to lake life, mountain biking, and world-class outdoor recreation.
Lebanon
Experience true Ozark hospitality, rich local history, and immediate access to the scenic Niangua River.
Marshfield
Scenic Ozarks charm, all while keeping you just 25 minutes away from the vibrant amenities and hub of Springfield.
Republic
Enjoy suburban quiet, top-tier school districts, fast commutes, and local Friday night football traditions.
The Honey Hospitality Method: Gold Standards for Patient Care
Pouring Sweetness, Patience, and Purpose into Every Patient Interaction.
Great healthcare starts long before the clinical exam—it begins with how we make people feel. Like honey, our approach to patient care is smooth, comforting, and grounded in genuine warmth.
The Honey Hospitality Method is our commitment to welcoming every individual with open arms, listening patiently, and smoothing the friction in their healthcare journey.
By treating every patient like family and leading with sweet, intentional kindness, we create a safe, supportive environment where real healing can take root.
Who You'll Work With
From monthly Third Thursday celebrations and back-to-school traditions to the annual Halloween costume contest that the Lab team will not relinquish its domination of, we're a team that works hard and practices with passion.
Below is a small sample of ways we connect as a team at The Valley.
Third Thursday
Halloween Costume Contest
Back-to-School Events
Buzz Awards
Night at the Ballpark
Volunteering
Company Picnic
Company Holiday Party
Joy Jar Outings
Let's Connect
Improve our community's health through access and relationships. Discuss career opportunities at Jordan Valley Health with a recruiter.
Beth Miller
Provider Recruiter
Dental, Pediatrics, Women's Health, Pharmacy, and Jordan Valley Senior Care
- Phone
- (417) 332-9219
- Beth Miller
Katherine Morsovillo
Provider Recruiter
Behavioral Health, Behavioral Medicine, Family Medicine, Express Care, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Vision
- Phone
- (417) 831-0150 ext. 1547
- Katherine Morsovillo
Gabby Green
Recruiter
Non-clinical
- Phone
- (417) 831-0150
- Gabby Green